Is There a Wrong Way to Breathe?
“MOUTH-BREATHER” HAS made the rounds as an insult in recent years, but breathing primarily through the…
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An Intro to Veneers and Dental Crowns
MANY OF US ARE unhappy with the way our smiles look, and that’s where cosmetic dentistry comes in for our Lakewood patients, including dental crowns and veneers. Maybe our…
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The Rotten Teeth of Shakespeare’s Time
WE CAN SEE a hint of the state of dental health in Shakespeare’s England from a sonnet in which he describes his lady love’s reeking breath. The…
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Smile More to Boost Your Health!
YOU PROBABLY HEARD the line “it takes fewer muscles to smile than to frown” when you were growing up, but…
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Cavities Are Childhood’s Most Common Disease
BY THEIR ELEVENTH birthday, 2 in 5 kids will have at least one cavity, but parents can do a lot to…
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Do You Know Your Child’s Teeth Timeline?
THE FIRST BABY TOOTH and the first loose tooth are two of childhood’s biggest milestones, and new parent…
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Did Ancient Americans Have Dental Problems?
WE TEND TO IMAGINE
that people from earlier eras must’ve had worse teeth than we do because…
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Understanding Tooth-Colored Restorations: Exploring Composite Fillings in Lakewood
The Rise of Composite Fillings in Lakewood | The Beauty of Tooth-Colored Restorations When it comes to restoring damaged or decayed teeth, composite fillings have become a popular choice among patients seeking both functionality and aesthetics. These tooth-colored restorations have revolutionized dentistry by providing a natural-looking alternative to traditional silver amalgam fillings. At Dr. Mimi…
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Your Teeth Underwater
ANYONE WHO REGULARLY swims might have noticed that your teeth are more sensitive after climbing…
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Teaching Your Kids Good Dental Habits
IT ISN’T ALWAYS easy to teach a young child important life skills. They have boundless energy…
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