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Signs That You Need a Root Canal
posted: Jan. 14, 2019.
Dealing with tooth pain? You might just need root canal treatment. Sure, most dental procedures don’t really have the reputation of being fun; however, root canals really get a lot of Read more -
Moderate Fluoride Use Packs the Biggest Punch for Decay Prevention
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.
In the battle against tooth decay, fluoride is an important weapon. Since the discovery of its dental health benefits a century ago, fluoride has been credited with saving countless Read more -
New Year, New Smile
posted: Dec. 29, 2018.
As December brings the old year to a close, it’s a great time to set goals for the year to come. This might include a major life change, such Read more -
Steely Dan Founder's Death Highlights Importance of Early Cancer Detection
posted: Dec. 19, 2018.
Fans of the legendary rock band Steely Dan received some sad news a few months ago: Co-founder Walter Becker died unexpectedly at the age of 67. The cause of Read more -
NSAIDs Could be Just as Effective as Narcotics Managing Dental Pain
posted: Dec. 09, 2018.
Like other healthcare providers, dentists have relied for decades on the strong pain relief of opioid (narcotic) drugs for patients after dental work. As late as 2012, doctors and Read more -
Three Reasons why Your Six Year Old Should Undergo an Orthodontic Check
posted: Nov. 29, 2018.
It would seem the best time to turn your attention to orthodontic problems with your child is when their permanent teeth have come in around early puberty. In fact, Read more -
4 Things to Know About Diabetes and Gum Health
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.
The American Diabetes Association has declared November National Diabetes Month. If you or a loved one has diabetes, you may already know that diabetes puts you at greater risk Read more -
Bobby Bones Dances His Way to Dental Damage
posted: Nov. 09, 2018.
The long-running hit show Dancing with the Stars has had its share of memorable moments, including a wedding proposal, a wardrobe malfunction, and lots of sharp dance moves. But Read more -
Are Braces Right for You?
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.
How braces from your dentists in Decatur, IL, can improve your smile Do you need a straighter smile? If so, you’ve probably been thinking about braces. So, are braces right for Read more -
3 Situations for Seeing a Periodontist
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.
It’s likely you depend on your regular dentist for the lion’s share of your dental care. But in cases of advanced disease or trauma, you may need the services Read more -
Inflammation: the Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Disease
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.
Cardiovascular disease and periodontal (gum) disease are two different conditions with their own set of symptoms and outcomes. But they do share one common element: inflammation. In fact, this Read more -
Have Your Child's Chronic Mouth Breathing Checked to Avoid Bite Problems
posted: Oct. 10, 2018.
We breathe every moment of every day and we’re hardly aware of it most of the time. But if you take the time to focus, you’ll find two possible Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: Sep. 30, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, Read more -
A New School Year, A New Beginning
posted: Sep. 20, 2018.
Like a second New Year’s Day, the month of September offers its own chance to make a brand new start: It’s back-to-school season! This can be an exhilarating time—a Read more -
It's National Gum Care Month - Take Care of Your Gums
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.
September is National Gum Care Month, an ideal time to talk about how to keep your gums healthy. Unfortunately, nearly half of adults have gum disease, which can damage Read more -
Why You Need Regular Dental Visits
posted: Sep. 07, 2018.
The Importance of Regular Dental Visits With Your Decatur, IL, Dentist If you aren't accustomed to visiting your dentist regularly, or you only make an appointment when you have a dental Read more