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Medication Can Lead To Xerostomia in Women
- posted: Aug. 15, 2023
Xerostomia, otherwise known as dry mouth, can be a side effect of many common medications. Drugs used for blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, or cancer treatments may cause the dry Read More
The Purpose of a Dental Crown
- posted: Aug. 08, 2023
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
The Dog Days of Summer
- posted: Aug. 01, 2023
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read More
Mouthguard Q&A
- posted: Jul. 25, 2023
Today, the doctor and our team at Paul M. Blidy, DDS thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them. Q: What Read More
Mall Whitening: Why You Shouldn’t
- posted: Jul. 18, 2023
A shopping mall is a great place to get lots of errands done in one trip. Department stores, clothing boutiques, specialty shops? So many tempting options all in one place. Read More
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
- posted: Jul. 11, 2023
Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read More
Happy Fourth of July
- posted: Jul. 04, 2023
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read More
Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
- posted: Jun. 27, 2023
In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth Read More
How does a tooth decay?
- posted: Jun. 20, 2023
When acids are allowed to erode tooth enamel long enough to leach calcium and other minerals from your enamel and dentin, a process called demineralization occurs. This rapidly leads to Read More
Flossing Fixes
- posted: Jun. 13, 2023
A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique Read More
Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
- posted: Jun. 06, 2023
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read More
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
- posted: May 30, 2023
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, Read More
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
- posted: May 23, 2023
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read More
Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
- posted: May 16, 2023
It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read More
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
- posted: May 09, 2023
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read More
The Best DH in Baseball
- posted: May 02, 2023
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read More
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