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Dental X-Rays: Are They Really Necessary?
10/17/18 6:03 PM

Part of your care at our dental office typically involves capturing routine x-ray images of your teeth and mouth for diagnostic purposes. Dental x-rays are extremely significant in the diagnostic process for your dental care. Dental x-rays capture an image of the teeth, bones, and soft structure within your mouth.
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Chipped Teeth – What to Do
10/10/18 6:31 PM

Perhaps it happened while eating a piece of hard candy or ice. Or maybe you fell on a hard surface. Regardless of the impact, broken or chipped teeth can happen to anyone. Even the most vigilant preventative dental care cannot avert the occasional accident that can happen to your teeth.
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Which Toothbrush is Right for Me?
09/26/18 8:05 PM

If you peruse the toothbrush aisle at your local store, chances are you will find a plethora of options from which to choose: varied sizes, bristles, and types. Although it can be overwhelming to know what toothbrush is best, here are a few guidelines to help you choose the toothbrush
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Routine Dental Cleaning 101
09/19/18 5:15 PM

Even with a consistent at-home oral health regimen, it is important for your long term dental health that you visit us for a hygiene appointment every six months for a maintenance cleaning and checkup. Visiting the dentist office can emit feelings of stress and anxiety for many people, for fear
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Facing Your Dental Fears
09/12/18 8:10 PM

It is quite common to face a bit of apprehension before visiting the dentist due to past experiences, fear of pain, fear of the unknown, or simply embarrassment over the state of your teeth. In fact, up to 20% of the population experiences dental anxiety at some level, with up
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Do you Grind your Teeth?
09/5/18 7:07 PM

Teeth grinding or clenching, known as bruxism, is a common issue for many of our dental patients. In fact, approximately eight percent of adults grind their teeth (typically at night while sleeping), and this can cause potentially damaging results. Most adults that grind their teeth at night are completely unaware
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Preventing Cavities- Top Tips
08/29/18 8:43 PM

You visit our dental office for your semi-annual appointment and discover, again, that you have new decay (cavities) in your teeth and need further dental treatment. This is a discouraging diagnosis that all of us want to avoid…but how? We all have heard: eat less sweets and be sure to
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Oral Healthcare During Pregnancy
08/22/18 5:55 PM

  When you are pregnant, dental care is probably the last thing on your mind. Yet, taking care of your dental health is especially important during pregnancy due to an increased risk of gum disease and tooth decay. Pregnant women are more susceptible to gum disease and tooth decay for
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Tooth Sensitivity
08/15/18 6:31 PM

If enjoying a spoonful of ice cream or sipping a cup of hot coffee incites a painful response from your teeth, you likely are suffering from tooth sensitivity. For those of us that experience tooth sensitivity when consuming hot or cold foods/drinks, it can be troubling and concerning. Although tooth
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What to Have on Hand for After an Extraction
08/8/18 8:59 PM

Having a tooth extracted can be a harrowing process. Although we at Holman Family Dentistry strive to make the procedure go as quickly and easily as possible, we know that you may be feeling a little bit of anxiety. Here are some things you can keep on hand to make the
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