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Want to Keep Enjoying Winter Sports? Wear a Mouthguard!
posted: Jan 19, 2020.
What's your favorite winter sport? For some, it's all about swooshing down a snowy trail on skis, a board, or a sled. For others, the main attraction is skating at Read more -
Is There a Better Way to Manage Pain Without Narcotics?
posted: Jan 09, 2020.
The ongoing opioid addiction epidemic has brought together government, law enforcement and healthcare to find solutions. The focus among doctors and dentists has been on finding ways to reduce the Read more -
You Can Obtain a 'Same Day' Implant Smile - Under the Right Conditions
posted: Dec 30, 2019.
Implants have come a long way since their introduction over thirty years ago. Besides a greater array of tooth sizes and shapes to match any situation, it’s now possible to Read more -
Dental Sealants can help Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
posted: Dec 20, 2019.
While children are less likely than adults to experience periodontal (gum) disease, the same can't be said for tooth decay. One aggressive form of decay called early childhood caries (ECC) Read more -
Certain Osteoporosis Drugs Could Pose a Future Risk to Your Dental Health
posted: Dec 10, 2019.
Osteoporosis is a major health condition affecting millions of people, mostly women over 50. The disease weakens bone strength to the point that a minor fall or even coughing can Read more -
Staining Within a Tooth Requires a Clinical Whitening Approach
posted: Nov 30, 2019.
Home whitening kits are a popular way to turn a dull smile into a dazzling one. But these self-applied products only work for teeth with outer enamel stains — if Read more -
Make Your Baby as Comfortable as Possible During Teething
posted: Nov 20, 2019.
Your sweet, good-natured baby has seemingly gone from zero to grumpy overnight. The reason is simple: They’re teething.Teething is a natural process in which a baby’s first teeth (primary teeth) Read more -
Vaping Could Be Just as Harmful to Your Teeth and Gums as Smoking
posted: Nov 10, 2019.
The electronic cigarette (e-cig), the much-acclaimed smoking alternative, has recently been linked to hundreds of lung-related illnesses and deaths among otherwise healthy young adults. But dentists were actually among the Read more -
There are Good Reasons to Check Your Blood Pressure During Dental Visits
posted: Oct 31, 2019.
There are a lot of opportunities to have your blood pressure checked: your doctor's office, of course; your local pharmacy; health fairs; and the dentist's office. The last one might Read more -
The Benefits of Regular Dental Exams
posted: Oct 24, 2019.
Dr. Sonia Rodriguez provides her patients with dental exams in her Laredo, TX, office. This preventative measure arms patients with the knowledge they need to protect their teeth. She informs patients of the early stages of cavities or oral disease and provides patients with dental care tips.
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Ultrasonic Plaque Removal an Effective Alternative to Manual Scaling
posted: Oct 21, 2019.
Undergoing regular dental cleanings is an essential part of periodontal (gum) disease prevention. While a daily habit of brushing and flossing cleans bacterial plaque from most tooth surfaces, it’s difficult Read more -
Guide Your Older Children or Teens through These 3 Oral Health Areas
posted: Oct 11, 2019.
Helping your infant or toddler develop good dental habits is one of the best head starts you can give them toward optimum oral health. But even after they’ve matured enough Read more -
Root Decay in Your Later Years Could Endanger Your Teeth
posted: Oct 01, 2019.
As we age we become more susceptible to dental diseases. A common but often initially unnoticed problem for seniors is root decay.We’re all familiar with tooth decay in the crown, Read more -
Sedation Therapy can reduce Anxiety in Children during Dental Visits
posted: Sep 21, 2019.
Making sure children are comfortable when visiting the dentist is an essential part of creating a lifetime habit of dental care. We recommend children start dental visits around their first Read more -
Dental Sealants Give Children an Added Boost Against Tooth Decay
posted: Sep 11, 2019.
Although adults are more prone to dental disease, children aren't immune from one particular infection, tooth decay. Some children, in fact, are at higher risk for an aggressive form called Read more -
Put the Extra Effort in Your Oral Hygiene While Wearing Braces
posted: Sep 01, 2019.
The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease.Gum disease is caused by Read more