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  • Cleaning Your Teeth—Time for a Refresher Course!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 11, 2022

    Let’s face it, by now, brushing our teeth is something we pretty much do on auto-pilot. A quick brush after breakfast, a minute or so at night, floss when we Read more
  • Going Green for the New Year

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 04, 2022

    Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
  • New Year's Day Around the World

    Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 28, 2021

    New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
  • Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures

    Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 21, 2021

    You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available Read more
  • Tooth Sensitivity

    Author: Anonymous updated: Dec. 14, 2021

    Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more
  • ‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!

    Author: Anonymous updated: 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 Read more
  • Heading Off to College? Maybe It’s Time to Graduate to an Electric Toothbrush!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 30, 2021

    Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush Read more
  • Thanksgiving Trivia

    Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 23, 2021

    At Kinberly Antrim, DDS 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 smarter Read more
  • Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings

    Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 16, 2021

    Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
  • Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth

    Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 09, 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 Read more
  • November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month

    Author: Anonymous updated: 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 Read more
  • The Intriguing History of Halloween

    Author: Anonymous updated: 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 Read more
  • Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 19, 2021

    The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more
  • Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 12, 2021

    Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is Read more
  • What's on your fall reading list?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 05, 2021

    How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Kinberly Read more
  • How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 28, 2021

    Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more