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Scratched Cornea: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

By: Kate Ranta on 06/17/20 15:00

If you’ve ever scratched your cornea before, you’ll probably never forget how it felt. Painful. Scratched cornea, also known as cornea abrasion, is common and there are way to ...

Canker Sores, Mouth Ulcers, and Fever Blisters. Causes and Remedies.

By: Kate Ranta on 05/27/20 11:00

You have probably woken up to find a small painful sore in your mouth or a fever blister in the corner of your mouth and wondered how it got there. Canker sores and other ...

You and Your Cigarettes: Good Reasons to Break Up

By: Kate Ranta on 04/06/20 11:00

People decide to quit smoking every day. Most people can come up with more than a few reasons for trying to quit. If you or someone you love smokes and needs yet another reason ...

Tips for Preparing your Child with Autism for the Dentist

By: Kate Ranta on 03/23/20 12:10

1 in 59 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Save Your Vision: Eye Diseases

By: Kate Ranta on 03/02/20 10:00

The eyes -- many of us take them for granted. But because they provide us with so much information about the world around us, it’s very important to take good care of them. ...

Your Teen’s Wisdom Teeth Need to Come Out: What You Should Know

By: Kate Ranta on 02/17/20 11:00

Ever wondered why wisdom teeth are called wisdom teeth? They’re called that because they normally come in between ages 17-21—when young people are old enough to have gained ...

Bottle Rot Blues: Helping your Baby Avoid it

By: Kate Ranta on 02/11/20 11:00

Baby bottle tooth decay, also known as bottle rot, is a condition that affects your child's baby teeth. It's tooth decay that occurs when your child's teeth have prolonged ...

Your Dental Questions Answered: How Do I Know If I Have a Cavity?

By: Kate Ranta on 02/06/20 14:52

Often the first thought that comes to mind when you are experiencing tooth pain is "Uh oh, I have a cavity." According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms of cavities include:

6 Good Dental Hygiene Tips for your Kids…and You!

By: Kate Ranta on 02/03/20 11:00

Good dental hygiene is more than going to the dentist. It's an everyday practice. A daily dental routine will help you and your family keep your teeth white, your breath fresh, ...

Whitening Your Teeth: Things to Consider

By: Kate Ranta on 01/27/20 10:00

Thinking about making your pearly whites even whiter? Before you grab white strips off the shelf or order whitening systems online, make an appointment with your dentist. It’s ...

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