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What is biofilm?
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of
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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
Many varieties of fillings are available at our GAFFNEY, South Carolina office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth.
Made from a
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What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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Socket Preservation
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant
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What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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Dental Infections
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
the doctor and our team at Craig S. Karriker, DMD, PA will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are
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Thanksgiving
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
At Craig S. Karriker, DMD, PA, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the GAFFNEY,
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Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is
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Canker Sores and Stress
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually
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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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Aging and Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
What’s life like for the average 60-year-old today? It’s complicated! We travel. Or we work out. Or we relax with friends. We pursue favorite hobbies or we develop new ones.
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Early Detection is Key to Treating Oral Cancer
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
Every hour of every day, someone in North America dies of oral cancer, the sixth most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent,
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