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Dental Cleanings Take on New Importance After Gum Disease
posted: Nov. 08, 2021.
There are few things sweeter to hear than for your dentist to tell you your periodontal (gum) disease is under control. Depending on how deep the infection may have Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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Your Decayed Tooth Might Need a Different Kind of Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 29, 2021.
Advanced decay doesn't necessarily mean it's curtains for an infected tooth. Millions of teeth in that condition have been saved by a tried and true procedure called root canal Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Waking Life
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
We all know that sleep apnea causes many a difficult night. Noisy snoring, gasping for breath, and waking up dozens of times a sleep cycle are the unhappy consequences of
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Unlike Brad Pitt, You Didn't Mean To Chip Your Tooth. We Can Still Fix It
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
It's not unusual for serious actors to go above and beyond for their roles. They gain weight (or lose it, like Matthew McConaughey for True Detective). They grow hair—or Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What are dental sealants and how do they work?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
A dental sealant is a liquid that is applied to the teeth. The sealant hardens and provides a protective coating that is designed to reduce cavities and create a smoother
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Temporary Smiles for Teens Waiting on Dental Implants
posted: Oct. 09, 2021.
Here's some good news: Teenagers are less likely than adults to lose teeth to dental disease. But there's also a flip side. Teens can still lose teeth, more likely Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Valley
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Straightening Your Teeth Could Rejuvenate Your Smile
posted: Sep. 29, 2021.
Advanced cosmetic dental techniques are helping people around the world achieve their dream smiles. But long before many of these procedures existed, straightening teeth with braces could make a Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Carbs and Cavities
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
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,
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Stop Tooth Decay Before It Derails Your Child's Dental Development
posted: Sep. 19, 2021.
From birth to early adulthood, your child's teeth, gums and jaws develop at a rapid pace. And, for the most part, nature takes its course without our help. But tooth Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How do I avoid bad breath?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
At Valley Dental Care, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our patients
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Like Johnny Manziel, You May Need an Oral Surgeon for a Major Dental Problem
posted: Sep. 09, 2021.
QB sensation Johnny Manziel has had a varied career in professional football. After playing two seasons for the NFL Cleveland Browns, he quarterbacked for a number of teams in Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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