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Frederick MD Dentist | You Need to Know About Oral Thrush: Here’s Why
Even a healthy mouth is lined with bacteria. Normally, your daily oral hygiene routine helps prevent oral health complications. However, it is possible to develop an excess of bacteria and fungi, which can lead to additional problems. Here’s what you should know about oral thrush and what you can do to prevent it. What is…
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Frederick MD Dentist | What to Know About E-Cigarettes and Your Oral Health
The hazards surrounding vaping are not entirely clear. More research is needed in this area, but a recent study indicates that e-cigarette vapors could be damaging to your mouth. Here’s what you need to know. The Vapor Ingredients Electronic cigarettes are not regulated in the same way tobacco cigarettes are, meaning that their contents can…
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Frederick MD Dentist | Tooth Decay – Something You Need to Know About
Painful, infected teeth are not a pleasant experience, but they are common symptoms of tooth decay. The good news however is that tooth decay is preventable. Your best defense against decay is a daily oral hygiene routine, as well as regular visits to our office. It can be helpful to know more about tooth decay…
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Frederick MD Dentist | The One Piece of Gear Every Athlete Needs
An injury to your mouth can be a painful, expensive experience. For athletes, mouth and tooth injuries are a very real risk. Mouthguards are an excellent tool for protecting your mouth from injury and harm. Our Frederick family dentist can help you find a solution that protects your teeth while you play. Why Wear a…
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Frederick MD Dentist | What to Expect from Dental Bridges
If you are missing one or more teeth, our dentist may recommend a dental bridge. To help you understand what to expect, we’ve assembled a short guide to bridges. The Purpose of a Bridge Tooth loss can occur due to periodontal disease, injury, extraction, and other causes. When a space is left, your remaining teeth…
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Frederick MD Dentist | Say Cheese!
It has long been known that dairy products contain high amounts of calcium, which is important for developing and maintaining strong teeth and bones. However, not all dairy works in the same ways. Did you know that a recent study has found that cheese can actually help protect teeth against cavities? How does cheese prevent…
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Important Notice about CoronaVirus (COVID-19)
A Message from Dr. Michelle Wear To Our Valued Patients, On Behalf of the entire Premiere Dental Arts team, I am reaching out to assure you that the safety and well-being of our patients continues to be our highest priority. What Should You Do Before Visiting Premiere Dental Arts? The health and safety of our…
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Frederick MD Dentist | Are Your Drinks Attacking Your Teeth?
If carbonated soft drinks are part of your normal daily routine, you may be causing serious damage to your teeth. Recent studies have found soft drinks to be among the most potent dietary causes of tooth decay. Soft drinks have also been implicated in increases of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other serious health conditions.…
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Frederick MD Dentist | 6 Tips for Preventing Tooth Decay in Children
Oral health is important at every stage in life. Just because your children are going to lose their primary (baby) teeth eventually doesn’t mean that we can ignore the importance of dental care. Tooth decay can be painful and uncomfortable to treat. To protect your child’s smile, it is vital to understand optimal preventive care.…
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Frederick MD Dentist | Periodontal disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) are a systemic inflammatory disorder, which is how they have a connection. Both diseases frustrate the immune system and attacks its own tissues, eventually leading to tooth loss and pain of joints. Learn about the connection and what you can do to protect your overall health.…
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