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You Can Have a Successful Implant Outcome if Your Diabetes is Under Control
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 10, 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
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Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
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Anonymous
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away
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Dental Treatment Depends on What's Really Causing Your Tooth Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 05, 2021.
Not all toothaches are alike: Some are sharp and last only a second or two; others throb continuously. You might feel the pain in one tooth, or it could
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See Your Dentist ASAP If You Have a Loose Permanent Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 30, 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
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Happy Fourth of July
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they
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Sedation Can Help an Anxious Child Relax During Dental Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 25, 2021.
There are different ways to ease a child's potential nervousness with dental visits, like starting those visits around their first birthday or seeing a pediatric dentist who specializes in
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How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Craig S. Karriker, DMD, PA for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped
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Thumb Sucking and Tongue Thrusting Could Cause a Poor Bite
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 20, 2021.
There are many things to be concerned about with your infant. Thumb sucking shouldn't be one of them—at least not yet. Practically universal among young children, the habit normally
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Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or
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Although It Sounds Exotic, This Mouth Sore Isn't a Big Concern
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
Most of what goes on inside our mouths—good or bad—is fairly predictable. But every now and then, people encounter something out of the ordinary. A good example is lichen
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Your New Porcelain Veneers Can Last and Look Great a Long Time
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 10, 2021.
Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to
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Here's Why X-Rays are a Safe Practice With Children
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 05, 2021.
X-rays are so interwoven into dental care that we often don't think twice about them. Even so, we shouldn't take this invisible form of radiation lightly—regular exposure at high
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Experience Again the Smile of Your Youth Through Teeth Whitening
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 31, 2021.
Picture yourself with a beautiful smile…what do you see? Besides straight and uniform teeth framed by the gums, you should also see one other thing indicative of a great
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What We Can Learn From Those With Chronic Jaw Pain and Discomfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 26, 2021.
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is an umbrella term for a number of chronic jaw problems. These conditions cause recurring pain for 10 to 30 million Americans, especially women of
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This Orthodontic Device Could Stop a Poor Bite From Developing
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 21, 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
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Smile Enhancements That Could Make Your Wedding Day Like No Other
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 16, 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
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