Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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What exactly is a root canal?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
posted: Oct. 17, 2021.
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read more -
Headaches, TMJ, and Dentistry
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
That ache in your head may stem from your jaw. If your jaw falls out of alignment, you could have temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD.
It's not clear what causes TMD.
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Osteoporosis Can Cause Complications For Some Types of Dental Work
posted: Oct. 07, 2021.
October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day, putting the spotlight on this degenerative bone condition and the impact it has on millions of people. Not only does it significantly increase Read more -
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Total
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Bright Ideas for Your Smile
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Keeping your smile its brightest can be a challenge! The foods you eat, healthy habits, unhealthy habits, and time itself can affect the color of your enamel. Luckily, there are
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Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Sep. 27, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more -
Is gingivitis preventable?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss,
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4 Reasons to Consider Dental Implants
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.
Along with fessing up to cherry tree surgery and tossing silver dollars across the Potomac River, George Washington is also famously known for wearing wooden dentures. Although we can't Read more -
Could a Night Guard Be the Answer to Your Dreams?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Have you been having trouble getting a good night’s rest?
Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. A midnight horror movie. A bedtime espresso. That anchovy and pineapple
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What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team
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4 Great Ways to Improve Your Smile
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
Self-improvement is an estimated $10 billion annual market—smartphone apps, one-on-one coaching and, of course, books that instruct and inspire people on everything from selling yourself to increasing your self-esteem. Read more -
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends.
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If You've had Joint Replacement, you may Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work
posted: Aug. 28, 2021.
If you’ve had a total joint replacement or similar procedure, you will want your surgeon to decide if you need to take an antibiotic before you undergo dental work. Read more -
Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding
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How George Clooney Made Over His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Aug. 18, 2021.
Since his breakout role as Dr. Doug Ross in the 90's TV drama ER, George Clooney has enjoyed a blockbuster career as an award-winning actor, director and producer. He's Read more
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