Do you wake up every morning to an aching, sore jaw? One potential cause behind this could be teeth grinding: you clench your jaw during sleep and grind your teeth together, overworking the jaw muscles and potentially doing damage to… Read More
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Common Causes of Gum Disease
You hear about gum disease all the time: from your Annapolis dentist, from toothpaste and mouthwash ads, and from just about any concerned family member! But as often as you may hear the term, how much do you actually know… Read More
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Tooth Whitening: Which Foods Fade Teeth Fastest?
When you picture a healthy, beautiful smile, no doubt the same characteristic comes to mind every time: white teeth! Bright, white teeth are an indication of good dental hygiene, fresh breath, and a damage-free enamel. But what if your favorite… Read More
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Why do Dentists Use Dental Crowns?
Let’s start with the basics. What is a dental crown? Essentially, a dental crown is a cap that goes on a tooth that needs a little extra support. If you have a crown placed, it will cover the entirety of… Read More
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Your Annapolis Family Dentist Explains: Cavity Fillings
There are four words that you never want to hear when you visit the dentist: you have a cavity. Although cavities are very common among both children and adults, no one ever wants to find out that they have fallen… Read More
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When Should You See an Emergency Dentist?
While nobody wants to spend any more time than necessary at the dentist, it’s important to recognize when you should see an emergency dentist. Failure to do so could result in further medical complications and expenses. Here are the appropriate… Read More
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Am I A Good Candidate for Teeth Whitening?
One of the things that many people wish they had is whiter teeth. A bright smile can help you feel more confident when you walk into a room and give you a great self-esteem boost. There are a few different… Read More
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Your Annapolis Dentist Explains: Gum Disease
It may surprise you to know that the majority of Americans either have or have had gum disease at some point in their lives. It’s one of the most common diseases and has actually been linked to heart disease in… Read More
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Back to School Spotlight: Packing Mouth Healthy Student Lunches
We’re going to deviate from the norm a little bit with this week’s blog in honor of the students heading back to school soon! Because we’re an Annapolis family dentist, it only seems fitting to address back to school time…. Read More
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Why Are Root Canals Performed?
Root canals cause many people to avoid going to the dentist altogether. Just the idea that your dentist might tell you that you need a root canal can cause you to turn and run as fast as you can in… Read More