It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Healthy Resolutions for Healthy Teeth
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up
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Is gingivitis preventable?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss,
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Three Must-Have Dental Treatments
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
In dentistry, there are a wide variety of treatments, everything from elective procedures to those that are necessary and potentially lifesaving. So given the slew of treatment options, how do
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted
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Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
At Eastman Family Dental Center we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit
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Pregnancy and Oral Care
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Eastman Family Dental Center is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy.
As you may already know,
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Keep the Implants Supporting Your Bridge Clean of Dental Plaque
posted: Nov. 14, 2021.
Dental implants have revolutionized restorative dentistry. Not only are they the top choice for individual tooth replacement, implants also improve upon traditional dental work. Dental bridges are a case in Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be
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A Routine Dental Procedure Saves This MLB Standout's Broken Tooth
posted: Nov. 04, 2021.
During this year's baseball spring training, Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton got into a row with a steak dinner—and the beefsteak got the better of it. During his Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Winter Is Coming.
Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some
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Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over
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Follow These Tips for a More Dental-Friendly Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2021.
"Trick or treat!" Chances are, you'll hear that cry from costumed children at your door this October 31st. Fortunately, you're unlikely to be in any danger of mischief should Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes
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Should You Take an Antibiotic Before Implant Surgery?
posted: Oct. 15, 2021.
Although getting an implant requires surgery, it's usually a minor affair. Chances are good that after just a few days recuperation you'll be back completely to your normal activities. But Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures