January 9, 2017 Another wonderful holiday season is in the books and now we are ready to start the new year. Fear, time and money remain the three biggest reasons that people avoid the dentist. I’d like to address the money topic today, more specifically dental insurance. Insurance can be difficult to understand. We have […]
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January 3, 2017 Did you know that a healthy mouth goes hand in hand with a healthy body? Decayed teeth and red, puffy gums not only attribute to bad breath and affect self-esteem, the bacteria involved in causing decay and gum disease is directly related to cardiovascular problems such as heart disease. Diabetes, premature birth,
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December 27, 2016 I wonder if anyone ever asked Santa for New Front Teeth? I’m sure Santa has had all kinds of requests. Dental Implants are a popular way to replace missing teeth. Dental Implants have become the standard of care when replacing missing teeth. There are always options available to replace missing teeth including
December 19th, 2016 Happy Holidays everyone! I don’t know about you but everywhere I turn there are sweet treats! I imagine many people experience this during this time of the year. Sensible snacking doesn’t typically affect the teeth, but frequent snacking on sugary sweet treats throughout the day can cause tooth decay. The acid, created
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December 12, 2016 The holidays are upon us! That means family dinners, lots of pictures, laughter, and fun! This time of year we have a lot of requests for whiter brighter teeth. Not only is tooth whitening popular for our patients this time of the year, but it is also a popular gift to give.
December 6, 2016 Stress affects us all, children and adults! Whether it’s financial worries, social pressures, family problems, or natural disasters, stress is a common response to them all. Not only can stress decrease the immune system, it can cause decreased saliva, increased snacking, increased clenching of the teeth, and decreased home care. Our staff
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November 28, 2016 Have you heard of same day crowns? We can seriously make crowns IN a day! No more multi-visit dental appointments for a dental crown are necessary. Dental technology is ever changing and growing. Because we care and because we ensure that the newest and greatest treatment is available to you right here in Lima,
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November 21, 2016 We’ve all heard about sedation dentistry. Do you know what it is or who it is designed for? Do you have a gag reflex? Do you struggle to keep your mouth open? Does your tongue always seem to get in the way of dental work? Are you getting a large amount of
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Headaches are debilitating. How often do you wake up with a headache? But did you know that your headache can be caused by a dental problem? Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), Clenching, and Grinding can all be causes of headaches. The cause of TMD can vary from unknown causes to trauma from an accident. A patient can
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