You may not spend much time thinking about the importance of having a healthy mouth. You may even assume that bad breath or bleeding gums are nothing to worry about. But bleeding gums and bad breath can indicate that you have periodontal (gum) disease. What is it? Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums, […]
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Silver (amalgam) dental fillings have been the go-to way to fill cavities on the back teeth for years. But that silver look is quickly becoming passé. Seeing silver on your molars when you talk or laugh is not a good look. Dr. Holbrook offers composite fillings as a replacement for an older filling or to
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Pediatricians and dentists agree – a child’s first dental visit should be within six months after the first baby teeth appear, or around the age of one. For first-time parents, the idea of taking your “baby” to the dentist can be a concern. Even if you have maintained twice-yearly dental visits throughout your life, taking
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Your smile is your confidence booster. It’s how you tell the world that you are happy, secure and friendly. But if you are dealing with stained, dark or misaligned teeth, chances are you aren’t smiling much. But don’t fret…Dr. Holbrook offers the latest in porcelain veneers – the flawless, permanent way for you to get
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Did you know that smiling benefits both your mind and your body? It’s true. Smiling can reduce stress and anxiety. Smiling can boost your immune system and reduce pain. Smiling makes you appear more attractive. Smiling can make you seem more trustworthy and it encourages others to be sympathetic toward you. Smiling releases endorphins that
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As you age, your teeth age too. Years of everyday wear and tear add up and definitely take a toll. But your body is amazingly resilient and the same is true for your teeth. However, both need watchful, loving care. Here are 3 things that affect your teeth as you age and what can you
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At times, life can be stressful and the search for stress-relief is a common topic at the water cooler. Meditation, yoga, walking, exercise…are all helpful antidotes to stress. Did you know that stress sometimes manifests itself in unconscious teeth grinding and jaw clenching? This is called bruxism, a fairly common dental issue which affects approximately
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Spring cleaning isn’t just for cupboards, cars and closets. It’s also a good time to freshen things up as far as your “dental tool chest” is concerned. Here are a few suggestions: Ditch your winter toothbrush If the flu got to you, you need to replace your toothbrush. Toothbrushes harbor lots of germs and bacteria.
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There are many reasons for replacing a tooth – cavities, periodontal disease, bone loss, missing teeth, failed dental work, and injury or trauma are but a few. A dental implant is one of the ways missing teeth can be replaced…and implants are becoming more and more popular. If your smile is less-than-perfect, you may be
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Is a good-night smooch often out of your reach? Do friends and co-workers seem eager to hand you a breath mint? You may not even be aware of it, but you may suffer from the all too common, embarrassing condition known as halitosis. For most of us, bad breath comes from gases produced by bacteria
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