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Don’t Skip Your Dental Cleaning! What Could Happen If You Don’t Go

June 9, 2025

Man smiling after his routine dental checkup

When it comes to routine cleanings and checkups, it’s easy to come up with reasons to cancel your visit. You might see it as just another block in your busy schedule or think you can squeeze in an extra hour for yourself by skipping the appointment. If this sounds familiar to you, it can seem very tempting, but it’s important not to overlook these crucial services. Here is why you shouldn’t put off your routine visit.

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6 Complications of Dentures That Don’t Fit

May 15, 2025

Dentist holding dentures

If you have suffered from significant tooth loss, dentures are a lifechanging solution. They can restore the appearance and function of the teeth. Dentures are made to last for many years, but they need to be relined and replaced from time to time as the mouth changes. Ill-fitting dentures can result in various complications. Read on to learn why dentures don’t always fit and some of the issues that can happen.

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Royal Expectations: Preparing Teeth for Dental Crowns

April 7, 2025

Dental instrument placing crown on model tooth

Many people experience anxiety around dental appointments, especially if they’re having a more involved procedure, like placing a dental crown. However, if you have a severely decayed or damaged tooth requiring treatment or recently had a root canal, it’s an ideal way to prevent further harm. Not only that, but it’s customized to match your smile to restore its appearance and functionality.

If you’re feeling afraid, understanding more about what happens during your appointment can soothe your nerves. Continue reading to learn 3 things you can expect when being fitted for a dental crown!

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Aesthetic Answers: Can Dental Bonding Close Gaps in My Grin?

March 3, 2025

Nose-to-shoulder 3/4 profile view of woman with diastema smiling

Do you have a minor gap in your teeth that makes you feel self-conscious about your appearance? You might think of it as a mere aesthetic concern, but wider spaces in your smile can also trap food, which attracts bacteria that contribute to common oral issues like tooth decay and gum disease.

You might already know that your dentist can address chips, cracks, stubborn stains, and other issues with dental bonding, but can this treatment also be used to close the gaps in your grin? Continue reading to learn more about it!

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Denture Adhesive 101: How to Keep Your Smile Secure and Comfortable

February 14, 2025

closeup of patient smiling with dentures

Your smile plays a crucial role in your confidence and overall well-being. If you have missing teeth, dentures offer a fantastic way to restore both function and appearance. However, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit is essential to fully enjoy their benefits. One way to enhance denture stability is through the use of denture adhesive. Read on to learn how it works and whether it’s right for you!

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4 Surprising Myths About Tooth Extractions

December 12, 2024

Illustration of a tooth extraction

A tooth extraction is never your dentist’s first choice. It is always best to keep your natural teeth when you can. However, sometimes this procedure is necessary to preserve the health of the rest of your smile. Many patients worry about tooth extractions because of some misconceptions they have heard. Today, we’ll be busting four common myths of tooth extractions so you can be better informed.

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Let’s Work Something Out: Here’s What You Can Expect Your Tooth Extraction to Feel Like

November 13, 2024

Lady looks uncertain

While the preservation of teeth is one of the primary goals of dentistry, it is sometimes necessary to remove a compromised tooth to protect the health of the rest of the smile. Many patients who learn that they need a tooth extraction may experience some anxiety about the procedure because they don’t know what to expect. Here’s a brief guide to what tooth extractions feel like, how they are performed, and how your dentist will ensure your comfort.

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Preventative Care for The Win: Avoiding Common Oral Health Problems

October 4, 2024

A woman squeezing toothpaste onto her toothbrush

Did you know that there’s an entire subsection of dentistry devoted to preventing common oral health issues? It’s called “preventative dentistry,” and it mainly focuses on regular oral hygiene and checkups. As it turns out, a clean mouth is often a healthy mouth. To learn more about some common oral health problems, keep reading. You’ll see that preventative dentistry is for the win!

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National Coffee Day and Your Teeth

September 4, 2024

Close up of someone pouring a latte with foam art

It seems there’s a national day for everything. While some are just plain strange, others, like National Coffee Day on September 29th, are easier to get behind. You’re probably excited to stop by your favorite café and see if they have any new flavors or deals.

Coffee definitely has many benefits that are worth celebrating. However, it’s important to remember that too much of a good thing can be problematic – in this case, for your teeth! Keep reading to learn more.

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How to Help Your Child Get an A+ in Oral Health This School Year

August 21, 2024

A little girl in the lunch line at a her school's cafeteria

School is back in session, but are your child’s school lunches making the grade? Whether you’re packing a lunchbox or paying for school-made meals, what your kids eat during the day can have a lasting impact on their oral health. While you can’t always control what they choose when they’re away from home, here are some healthy options to send along, and a few suggestions you can give them when they’re deciding on their own.

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