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Gum Disease Could be Making Other Diseases Worse
updated: Jul. 12, 2021
Half of adults over age 30, and an astounding 70% over 65, have had some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Unchecked, a bacterial gum infection can spread into the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tell us about your summer!
updated: 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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You Can Have a Successful Implant Outcome if Your Diabetes is Under Control
updated: Jul. 02, 2021
Around one in ten U.S. adults have diabetes, a metabolic disease that can disrupt other aspects of a person's health like wound healing and vision. It could also cause Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Happy Fourth of July!
updated: 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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I have halitosis. What can I do?
updated: Jun. 22, 2021
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few:
Gum disease
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How Celine Dion Overcame Her Smile Obstacle
updated: Jun. 22, 2021
For over three decades, Celine Dion has amazed audiences and fans with her powerful singing voice. Best known for her recording of "My Heart Will Go On," the theme Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
updated: Jun. 15, 2021
Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even
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Managing Oral Health Is an Important Priority for HIV-AID Patients
updated: Jun. 12, 2021
Forty years have passed since the first reported case of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), and it and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes it are still with Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Do This For a Healthier Mouth and Overall Well-Being
updated: Jun. 02, 2021
Health is on everyone's mind, especially after dealing with COVID-19 this past year. Beyond the immediate concerns of coping with this novel coronavirus, many are taking a closer look Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Gum Disease Could Impact More Than Your Oral Health
updated: May 23, 2021
Preventing periodontal (gum) disease not only preserves your teeth and gums, it might also benefit the rest of your health. There's growing evidence that gum disease has links to Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
updated: May 13, 2021
According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Reasons Dental Implants Are a Wise Choice for Tooth Replacement
updated: May 03, 2021
You've lost some teeth, and now you have to decide how to replace them. A fixed bridge or a partial denture are certainly good options. But the best choice Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Eating the Right Kind of Carbs Can Help You Avoid Gum Disease
updated: Apr. 23, 2021
There are great health benefits to eating better, including for your teeth and gums. But to determine your ideal diet, you'll have to come to terms with carbohydrates, the Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
A New Dental Pain Management Approach Reduces the Need for Narcotics
updated: Apr. 13, 2021
Narcotics have long played an important role in easing severe pain caused by disease, trauma or treatment. Healthcare professionals, including dentists, continue to prescribe them as a matter of Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: A Celebrity Couple's Secrets for a Beautiful Smile
updated: Apr. 03, 2021
Love at first sight—it's an endearing notion found in movies and novels, but perhaps we're a little skeptical about it happening in real life. Then again, maybe it does Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Avoid Dental Care While You're Pregnant
updated: Mar. 24, 2021
Learning you're pregnant can change your life in a heartbeat—or now two. Suddenly, what was important to you just seconds before the news takes a back seat to the Read moreCategory: Oral Health