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What is Gum Disease, Exactly?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 2/12/21 12:00

So, your dentist tells you that you have mild (or not so mild) gingivitis. You might think that just means your gums are slightly inflamed – but gingivitis is a bit more ...

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Eating After Oral Surgery

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 1/20/21 17:00

So, you just had oral surgery. Whether you had your wisdom teeth pulled, got implants, or another procedure, your surgery care doesn’t stop when you get home. Your dentist or oral ...

What Was The Deal With Wooden Teeth? A Quick History of Dentures.

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 12/31/20 12:20

Most people have heard some iteration of the story about George Washington’s wooden teeth. But if you didn’t know – that myth has long been busted. Our first president, along with ...

Orthodontics and Braces: Everything You Need to Know

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 12/7/20 17:09

So, you’re thinking about braces. Whether you are a parent looking for your child or an adult/young adult looking to straighten your smile, there is a lot to consider before you ...

So You Need A Retainer … What Are Your Options?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 11/25/20 15:00

If you’re nearing the end of your time in braces, you are probably very excited to get your brackets and wires removed! Now, you’ll have to get used to wearing a retainer to help ...

Tips For Staying Healthy During The Coronavirus Situation

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 11/5/20 16:00

Coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, is the respiratory disease caused by the outbreak of SARS-CoV-2. The virus has now spread internationally – and is now part of our daily ...

5 Oral Health Tips for Flu Season

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 9/24/20 12:25

When you think about flu season, your oral health might not be the first thing to come to mind. But it should be! The flu spreads primarily through respiratory droplets in your ...

The Connection Between Oral Health and Alzheimer's

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 9/8/20 9:07

The connection between your oral health and your overall health can’t be overstated. Taking care of your teeth can help serious medical conditions such as diabetes and heart ...

What's The Connection Between Eye Color and Light Sensitivity?

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 8/26/20 13:00

Most people tend to think of eye color as a purely cosmetic variation between one another. Whether it’s blue, brown, green, or hazel – we assume our eye color doesn’t affect our ...

3 Tips for Protecting Your Eyes From UV Light

By: Tim Fitzgerald on 8/11/20 14:00

Whether you’re spending your summer out and about or in your backyard, you probably wear sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. But what about ...

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