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The Silent Threat: Why Gum Disease Should Never Be Ignored
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The Silent Threat: Why Gum Disease Should Never Be Ignored

March is Gum Disease Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to talk about one of the most common, and often overlooked, oral health conditions affecting adults today....

July 21, 20263 min read
Why Your Dental Benefits Expire — and How to Maximize Them Before They Do
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Why Your Dental Benefits Expire — and How to Maximize Them Before They Do

If you have dental insurance, you may be surprised to learn that many of your benefits don’t roll over into the next year. In fact, most insurance plans operate on a “use it...

June 22, 20263 min read
Wisdom Teeth: What You Need to Know
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Wisdom Teeth: What You Need to Know

Wisdom teeth — also known as third molars — are the last set of molars to develop in the back of your mouth. Most people get them between the ages of 17 and 25, but not...

April 23, 20263 min read
Oral Cancer Awareness: Know the Signs, Save Lives
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Oral Cancer Awareness: Know the Signs, Save Lives

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about a disease that affects tens of thousands of people every year—but is often overlooked. We...

March 24, 20263 min read
Why Dental Checkups Are Key for Kids: Spotlight on Preventive Care
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Why Dental Checkups Are Key for Kids: Spotlight on Preventive Care

As parents, we want the best for our children—including a lifetime of healthy smiles! One of the most important steps in maintaining good oral health is scheduling regular...

February 23, 20263 min read
The Importance of Using Mouthguards: Guarding Your Best Smile
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The Importance of Using Mouthguards: Guarding Your Best Smile

For many, the word ‘mouthguard’ evokes images of professional athletes charging down a field, teeth shielded from potential blows. But mouthguards aren’t just for the pros....

November 26, 20253 min read
What are Dental Sealants?
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What are Dental Sealants?

Many parents worry about their children’s teeth developing cavities. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce the risk of childhood tooth decay. Besides teaching your child to...

May 31, 20253 min read
5 Types of Restorative Dental Treatment
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5 Types of Restorative Dental Treatment

Restorative dentistry is the branch of dentistry which covers all areas of dental restoration; including preserving dental structures, repairing broken or damaged teeth, and...

December 4, 20247 min read
Dentures 101
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Dentures 101

When you think of dentures, do you picture George Washington’s teeth or the cartoon dentures shown in glasses of water? Modern dentures have come a long way from those early...

October 5, 20244 min read
Night Guards and Teeth Grinding
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Night Guards and Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding is a more common problem than you might think. According to the American Dental Association, up to 15% of adults grind their teeth during their sleep—meaning...

September 6, 20244 min read
Some Facts About Root Canals
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Some Facts About Root Canals

There’s an old cliché: “That’s worse than getting a root canal”, sometimes expressed as, “I’d rather have a root canal than….”. Don’t worry, any dental technique that may...

January 12, 20243 min read
The Connection Between Gum Disease and Dementia
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The Connection Between Gum Disease and Dementia

Dementia affects tens of millions of people worldwide with millions of new cases being reported each year. Although, there is currently no cure for dementia, experts have...

October 15, 20233 min read
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