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Like Johnny Manziel, You May Need an Oral Surgeon for a Major Dental Problem
posted: Jul. 10, 2021.
QB sensation Johnny Manziel has had a varied career in professional football. After playing two seasons for the NFL Cleveland Browns, he quarterbacked for a number of teams in Read more -
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer!
Whether you visited our nation’s capital,
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Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
posted: Jun. 30, 2021.
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with Read more -
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we
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Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer
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A Bonded Retainer - Another Option for Keeping Your New, Straight Smile
posted: Jun. 20, 2021.
For some, the excitement over their braces coming off gets dampened a bit with the prospect of now having to wear a retainer. But it has to be—newly realigned Read more -
Fluoride Treatments—They’re Not Just for Kids!
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
Fluoride has been one of the great game-changers in children’s dental health. Drinking fluoridated water. Using fluoride toothpaste. Scheduling fluoride treatments. All of these child-friendly dental habits help prevent cavities
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Your 'Toothache' Might Actually be Unrelated to Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 10, 2021.
When you see your dentist about mouth pain, you expect to hear that it's a decayed or fractured tooth, or maybe a gum infection. But you might be surprised Read more -
Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: May 31, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more -
See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
posted: May 21, 2021.
Unless you're 6 years old and on speed dial with the Tooth Fairy, a loose tooth isn't a good feeling. It's also a sign something is wrong in your Read more -
Here are a Few Options for Managing Dental Treatment Costs
posted: May 11, 2021.
In an ideal world, your family's dental needs would mesh seamlessly with the family budget. Alas, it's not always that way, and it can often be a head scratcher Read more -
Smile Enhancements That Could Make Your Wedding Day Like No Other
posted: May 01, 2021.
Each of life's moments are precious—but some are more precious than others. For one like your wedding day, you want to look your very best. Be sure your teeth and Read more -
What Tara Lipinski Does to Protect One of Her Most Valuable Assets - Her Smile
posted: Apr. 21, 2021.
Tara Lipinski loves to smile. And for good reason: The Olympic-gold medalist has enjoyed a spectacular career in ladies' figure skating. Besides also winning gold in the U.S. Nationals Read more -
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
posted: Apr. 11, 2021.
The mouth is a crowded place with nerves, blood vessels and sinus cavities sharing common space with the teeth and gums. Although important in their own right, these structures Read more -
Your Teen's Teeth May Not Be Ready for Veneers
posted: Apr. 01, 2021.
Teenagers can have the same smile-disrupting tooth flaws as adults. But not all cosmetic treatments available to adults are appropriate for teenagers—at least not until they get a little Read more -
This Orthodontic Device Could Stop a Poor Bite From Developing
posted: Mar. 22, 2021.
“Orthodontic treatment” and “braces” almost seem like synonymous terms. But while braces certainly are orthodontic, it isn't the only tool in an orthodontist's toolkit. A good example is a device Read more
