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What exactly is a root canal?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 30, 2023
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
Author:
Anonymous
updated: 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
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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 16, 2023
Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
Author:
Anonymous
updated: 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
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May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 02, 2023
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family
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When snoring becomes more than just annoying: The dangers of sleep apnea
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 25, 2023
Sawing wood. That’s what your wife calls it when you wake her up with your snoring. This type of scenario plays out in homes around the world, and couples have
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Every Day is Earth Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 18, 2023
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a
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Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 11, 2023
Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 04, 2023
What is oral cancer?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Monroe, Connecticut office, now is an excellent time to schedule
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In the Pink
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 28, 2023
Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break
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St. Patrick's Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 14, 2023
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
At Healthy Smiles Dental Group, LLC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to
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Could a Night Guard Be the Answer to Your Dreams?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
Have you been having trouble getting a good night’s rest?
Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. A midnight horror movie. A bedtime espresso. That anchovy and pineapple
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Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile.
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The Start of Valentine’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time
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