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Did You Know April is National Oral Health Month?

Throughout the month of April, spring is in full swing. Everywhere you look, you can see evidence of healthy growth in nature. April is also National Oral Health Month and a chance to reinvest in your own beautiful smile. Read our blog post for ideas how to celebrate!

A Day in the Life of Dental Hygienists

From our very first patient of the day to the time our doors close in the evening, the talented dental hygienists at Smiles Dental work hard to keep things running smoothly. Read our blog post for a look at a day in the life of a dental hygienist.

How to Deal With Dental Anxiety

Dental anxiety is common and not something you should feel ashamed of. We’ve worked hard to provide an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. There are several proven methods to overcome dental anxiety, and we employ them at our offices. Read our blog post for details!

Can Cracked Teeth Be Repaired?

We all treasure our teeth, and for good reason. When a crack happens, it can be truly scary, and painful too. Read our blog post where we’ll talk about what to do if you crack a tooth.

Why Did My Filling Fall Out?

Check out our blog post for a list of the most common reasons why a filling might fall out. We also explain what to do if your filling falls out. Our team is here to help in case of a dental emergency. Come visit us today!

My Dental Moment

Note from Smiles Dental: Having been kids once ourselves, we understand that our patients may not always have the best oral health practices. For some people, there is a specific moment in their lives, when dental health becomes important. When this point is reached, the patient begins to practice positive dental health habits for the … Continued

Why I Feel Guilty When My Kids Have Cavities

Note from Smiles Dental: This post was written by guest blogger and Smiles Dental mom, Monique Tindall. She hopes that by sharing her personal dental stories, other parents will understand the importance of dental health for their kids. Her articles take a look at the humorous side of teeth-brushing and dentist visits. Thanks for reading! … Continued

Healthy Snacks That Make Kids (and Moms) Smile

Note from Smiles Dental: This post is written by guest blogger and Smiles Dental mom, Monique Tindall. She hopes that by sharing her personal dental stories, other parents understand the importance of dental health for their kids. Her articles take a look at the humorous side of teeth brushing and dentist visits. Thanks for reading! … Continued

Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month

Do you know how dental health care is affecting your kids? According to the National Education Association’s website, approximately 51 million hours of school are missed by American students due to oral health problems each year. These absences are mostly due to severe mouth pain, but can also include illness caused by oral bacteria and … Continued

The Cost of Oral Health

We understand that one of the biggest concerns from our patients when it comes to dental health care is cost. Often the question is brought up of, Well, how much will this treatment cost me? At Smiles we have a great system in place so our patients know and understand their treatment and payment options. … Continued

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