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Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
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
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What Makes a Periodontist Different from a General Dentist?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Your regular dentist is a lot like your regular doctor. You see them both frequently for checkups and advice on maintaining your health. Your dentist is the one to visit
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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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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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Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments
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Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve.
Act Two: The 32 (if you
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Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
the doctor, as well as our team at Fiandaca Periodontics, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the year
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Russell Wilson's Funny Video Aside, Removing Wisdom Teeth is No Laughing Matter
posted: Oct. 01, 2021.
There are plenty of hilarious videos of groggy patients coming out of wisdom teeth surgery to keep you occupied for hours. While many of these have turned everyday people Read more -
Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth
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Is periodontal disease genetic?
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
One of the most enjoyable parts of looking at family pictures is finding resemblances. You have your father’s brown eyes and your grandmother’s curly hair. You’ve got your aunt’s basketball
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Smoking Could Increase Your Gum Disease Risk
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Although periodontal (gum) disease starts with the gums, the teeth may ultimately suffer. An infection can damage the gum attachment and supporting bone to the point that an affected Read more -
Gum Disease Prevention
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, periodontal ligament, and bone that surround and support the teeth. Gum disease includes gingivitis (the
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Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit
posted: Sep. 11, 2021.
More than one parent has wakened in the middle of the night to an unnerving sound emanating from their child's bedroom. Although it might seem like something from the Read more -
What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team
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Don't Let Your Loose Tooth Become a Lost Tooth
posted: Sep. 01, 2021.
Discovering a loose tooth can be exciting — if you're six, that is, and anticipating a windfall from the tooth fairy. If you're an adult, a loose tooth is Read more -
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends.
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