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Why it’s important to teach childrens dental care

February is National Childrens Dental Health Month It's an important time to focus on and teach your child the necessity of good oral hygiene and childrens dental care. Maintaining a healthy mouth is vital for all ages, but is especially essential for youngsters when their mouth is vulnerable and adult teeth are coming in. In fact, more than half of children will be affected by tooth decay before the age of five, according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Poor oral hygiene can also lead to future health issues and costly bills, something that can be difficult to explain [...]

2018-05-02T15:12:46+00:00Tags: , , , , |
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What is an endodontist?

Unless you’ve needed a specialty dental procedure in the past, you probably haven’t heard of an endodontist. So what is endodontics, and when might you need an endodontist? Endodontics is the branch of dentistry concerning dental pulp and tissues surrounding the roots of a tooth. “Endo” is the Greek word for “inside” and “odont” is Greek for “tooth.” Dentists who are trained in endodontics, like Dr. John Dougherty go through additional training and take continued education that focuses solely on the study of the dental pulp, and the treatments and procedures, such as root canals needed to keep gums and [...]

2022-09-05T06:09:32+00:00Tags: , , |
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What is the difference between DMD vs DDS

The medical field uses dozens of acronyms and abbreviations that stand for the various titles and certifications a medical professional has earned or achieved. Some are very familiar —like MD for medical doctor and RN for registered nurse, while others are not as recognizable to the general public. In the dental industry, you will most often see DDS or DMD following a dentist’s name. The only difference between a DMD vs DDS title is where the dentist attended school and earned their degree in dentistry. The training of DMD and DDS dentist are essentially the same. DMD stands for “Dentariae [...]

2018-07-09T20:27:06+00:00Tags: , , , , , |
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What are teeth made of and 10 other facts you may not know about teeth

What Are Teeth Made Of? And 10 other facts about teeth that you may not know... Everyone knows they should be brushing and flossing their teeth and gums daily, unfortunately that doesn’t mean they always do it. Those that really want a winning smile will opt for treatments to whiten them, and, if needed straighten them. If you want your smile to sparkle and to maintain your health, it is important to spend time caring for your teeth. But how often do you actually stop and think about what teeth are made of and why it is so important to [...]

2018-07-09T20:23:49+00:00Tags: |
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How affordable dentures can transform your smile

 Affordable Dentures Can Transform Your Smile Dental implants are a great option for some people with missing or broken teeth, but they don’t work for everyone. Affordable dentures allow you to completely transform your smile even if implants aren’t an option. Implants can be expensive and may not be fully covered by insurance plans. They also aren’t a great fit for everyone, especially people with unhealthy gums or brittle jawbones.   When people think of dentures, it often brings to mind visions of clunky, ill-fitting and obvious dental inserts. But as with many other aspects of dentistry, the technology behind [...]

2018-05-02T15:13:15+00:00Tags: , |
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What Is a Root Canal? Everything you need to know about getting a root canal

What is a Root Canal? Here's what you need to know... Many patients ask us, “What is a root canal?”, concerned that it is a complicated and dangerous procedure that they may need. Getting a root canal can be daunting, however, it could save your tooth and prevent a lot of pain in the long run. A root canal is basically the process of taking out infected pulp inside the root of a tooth and cleaning the canals to prevent further infection. This infected pulp can be painful and may be caused by gum disease or something as simple as [...]

2018-05-02T15:13:27+00:00Tags: , , , , , , |
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Don’t take a “Holiday” from Oral Hygiene

  The weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s may be the “most wonderful time of the year”, but parties and time off work don’t mean you can take a holiday from oral hygiene. Follow these simple tips to keep your smile bright and to reduce the risk of a dental emergency during the holiday season.     Schedule your sweets: Candy and cookies and cupcakes, oh my. Everyone has a favorite sweet to eat during the holidays, and nobody is suggesting you give them up completely. The trick is to be smart about when you have them. Rather than grazing [...]

2018-05-02T15:13:35+00:00Tags: |
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Holiday Cooking Made Simple

We consider our patients an extension of family and as such, we love learning and sharing their many interests and talents. We recently learned that Janne Taubman is the author of two cookbooks, and with the holidays just around the corner we thought it might be nice to learn more from a resident chef, before tackling the task of cooking this year’s Thanksgiving feast. Janne’s cookbooks   offer at-home cooks some great recipes and instruction. When we spoke with Janne about her books and holiday cooking this is what she had to say: AD: What inspired you to write a cookbook?  [...]

2018-05-02T15:13:46+00:00
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5 Fun Alternatives to Halloween Candy

Going trick-or-treating is a highlight of the year for most kids and, let’s be serious, many adults too. After it’s the one night of the year where you get to wear a cool creative costume and fill up on Halloween candy to your heart's content (or until Mom says, “No more.”) Unfortunately, eating too much candy can build up plaque, which leads to cavities and other health problems. The American Heart Association recommends that children eat or drink less than 25 grams of added sugar a day. On Halloween, the average trick-or-treater takes home candy that contains more than 600 [...]

2018-05-02T15:15:32+00:00Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |
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What is a Dental Implant?

 What is a Dental Implant? Dental implants have been around for more than 30 years and are the standard of care when replacing a single missing tooth. A dental implant can also anchor dentures so they don’t move around. If you’ve thought about dental implants but you’re not sure if it’s the best option for you or you have questions about the procedure, read on. There are many advantages to dental implants, including: Improved appearance and self-confidence. Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth, and can give you back the smile you remember. Improved speech and effortless eating. [...]

2018-05-02T15:15:42+00:00Tags: |
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