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The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.
A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
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This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
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Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read more
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Beneficial Beverage or Damaging Drink?
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.
Talking about a healthy diet usually means talking about food. After all, our teeth and gums need protein, vitamins, and minerals to stay strong and free from cavities and gum Read more
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
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Playing “Tooth or Dare”
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.
Our teeth perform several vital roles for us. We use them to bite and chew, to help form words, to support our facial structure. And never underestimate the power of Read more
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
At Dr. Eugene Conte, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more
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Choosing the Dental Filling Option that's Best for You
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read more
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The Best Brush of the Day
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
Imagine that you’re only going to brush your teeth once tomorrow. Don’t worry, we know you would never skimp on your dental hygiene like that, but let’s just pretend for Read more
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Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
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TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read more
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The Root of the Matter
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
A strong, healthy smile is built on a strong, healthy foundation. Let’s take a moment to explore just what creates that foundation—your roots. The Root of the Matter The visible part of Read more
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Is Coffee Damaging Your Smile?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people have a cup, or two, or even three a day. It’s common to drink it in the Read more
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Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
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Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more