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Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
- posted: Sep. 12, 2023
X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to Read More
September is National Gum Care Month!
- posted: Sep. 05, 2023
Can you believe it's already September? At Paul M. Blidy, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize Read More
Happy Labor Day!
- posted: Aug. 29, 2023
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read More
Can’t Take Another Bite?
- posted: Aug. 22, 2023
We’re not talking post-holiday “I can’t eat another bite” discomfort. No, we’re here to talk about the discomfort caused by bite pain. Usually, our teeth and jaws work so harmoniously that Read More
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
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