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Having dental insurance is great, but what if you don’t have it? Or what if your insurance doesn’t cover the treatment you need? Don’t worry, there are still ways to get the dental care you need without insurance. Introduction to Affording Dental Care Dental care doesn’t have to be expensive. With a little research, you […]
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Why Going DIY Just Isn’t Worth It We all love a good DIY project. From painting a room in the house to fixing the car, it’s so satisfying to take on a challenge and do it yourself. But when it comes to dental care, we don’t recommended to go the DIY route. Let’s look at […]
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What is gum disease? Gum disease is a pretty common occurrence, also known as periodontitis. It mostly affects the gum and the bone surrounding the teeth. Periodontitis infects the gum tissue and bone causing inflammation (Nordqvist & Frank, 2018). And according to a 2012 study, 47% of adults over 30 have gum disease, and that […]
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Hi! I am Dr. McVey. I just wanted to talk to you about my experiences as a dental patient, not as a dentist. Over my lifetime, I’ve had a significant amount of dental work done.
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those who continue the habit remain at risk for heart and lung disease.
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TEETHING CAN BE an uncomfortable process for both your little one and those who care for them.
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Tooth decay may cause cavities, which can have a big impact on not only oral health, but also your overall health. So imagine that if your mouth has some grossness going on in it, that grossness could be elsewhere in your body. Yeah…that’s not too pretty to think about, so our goal is to prevent cavities and tooth decay as soon as we can.
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DO YOU OR DOES SOMEONE you love have an eating disorder? This week is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. To help spread awareness about eating disorders and their effect on oral and overall health, share this post with your friends and family who may benefit from it.
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On the outside of each tooth is a protective layer of enamel. Over time, the enamel can wear away leaving an inner layer, called the dentin, exposed. This occurs due to normal wear and tear, poor dental hygiene or certain lifestyle choices.
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