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WHAT IS CEREC? CEREC is a high-tech dental device that we have in our offices that allows our patients to go from diagnosis to walking out of our office with their new crown in place, all in the same day. (Actually, it only takes a couple of hours from start to finish!) CEREC uses the […]

Pumpkin can actually be really great for your oral health So how does this relate to dental? As we’ve mentioned before, what affects your overall health often affects your oral health, and vice versa. However, with pumpkin in particular, and the many products we’ve talked about, there is something to be said about how these

Despite the holidays being bad for your dental health, there are many ways to still enjoy the holiday while protecting your teeth. We’ve mentioned some already, but here are a few more. Drink plenty of water while you eat If you’re eating throughout the day, you aren’t giving your saliva long enough to build up

Thanksgiving is upon us and Christmas is just around the corner! With the holiday season in full swing, the one question on our mind has been: “What does this mean for our teeth?”There is no denying it: the holidays do contribute to some bad dental days, starting from October 31st and carried on through the

It may seem silly to think about dental-related stocking stuffers, but below you’ll find some great dental product ideas that your kids will not only find fun but practical, too. Healthy Candy like Dark Chocolate Character-Themed Toothbrushes and Toothpastes Electric Toothbrush Whitening Strips for Your Teenagers Sugar-Free Gum Floss Picks. They’re fun for kids and easy

With the start of the new year in just a few days, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about those New Year’s resolutions. What better resolution could there be, following the holiday season, than restoring your teeth after the holiday binge? I’m sure I’m not the only one who had a few too many

Everyone loves the holidays…except your teeth. The Holidays are a time of celebration, and celebration always means sweets and alcohol, which are two of your teeth’s most bitter enemies. In such a happy time, the last things you want are tooth sensitivity, cavities, or toothache, so here are some tips to keep your teeth as

Can I see what I’m going to pay at the dentist before my visit? 1. Call your dentist before your visit and ask Most dental administrative assistants and hygienists understand that dental treatment is expensive and that people don’t like to spend a lot of money on dental care. Ask your dentist how much your

This may seem like a silly question, but being in the dental industry, it’s something we like to explore. Can too much homework be bad for students’ teeth? Similar to the previous question (How Is Homework Bad for Kids’ Health?), homework can also negatively affect kids’ dental health in a few different ways: Junk food –

Chocolate has been the go-to comfort food after a bad break-up. It’s been the guilty pleasure after a hard work week.But how much do we know about chocolate? Take a look at some of the health benefits of chocolate, as well as a few things to watch out for. Health Facts About Chocolate According to Medical