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Is gingivitis preventable?
Author: Anonymous posted: May 10, 2022.

The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss, Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
Author: Anonymous posted: May 03, 2022.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to Read more
Earth Day
Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
How to Handle a Dental Emergency
Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

Whether it’s a broken tooth or injured gums, a dental emergency can interfere with eating, speaking, or other day-to-day activities. According to the American Dental Association , you can sometimes Read more
Want A Smile Like Your Favorite Celebrity?
Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 06, 2022.

Are you looking to improve the appearance of your front teeth? Dental veneers are widely used to improve the appearance of front teeth and are a much more conservative option Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
Dentin Tooth Sensitivity Treatments
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

Dentine hypersensitivity can be described as a sharp and sudden pain caused by cold food and beverages. It’s present in more than half the population and result from receding gums Read more
Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as Read more
St. Patrick's Day
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty Read more
Fix Chips, Stains, and Misalignment With Veneers
Author: Brickell Dental and Aesthetics posted: Feb. 17, 2022.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile, it can hurt your confidence. Dr. Melissa Quintana of Brickell Dental, your cosmetic dentist in Miami, FL, can help you Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Cosmetic Dentistry
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more