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  • Top Five Dental Myths

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 17, 2024

    Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more
  • Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 10, 2024

    Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting Read more
  • Summer Smiles

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 03, 2024

    The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
  • What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 27, 2024

    Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more
  • The Importance of Baby Teeth

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 20, 2024

    the doctor and our team know it can be easy to underestimate the significance of baby teeth. At Kinberly Antrim, DDS, we sometimes meet parents who assume that since their Read more
  • Osteoporosis and Oral Health

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 13, 2024

    Today, the doctor and our team at Kinberly Antrim, DDS thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans have osteoporosis or are at Read more
  • Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 06, 2024

    It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
  • When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 30, 2024

    Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. the doctor and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for Read more
  • Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 23, 2024

    Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read more
  • Double Duty

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 16, 2024

    If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your Read more
  • What stinks?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 09, 2024

    Spilling soda on someone’s white shirt, telling an off-color joke at an inappropriate time, or sneezing chewed food all over the dinner table all pale in comparison to the socially Read more
  • Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 02, 2024

    Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
  • Be Prepared!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 25, 2024

    When you’re busy at work or school, when you’re on vacation, when you’re on the road to adventure—preparation helps everything go smoothly. Especially when the unexpected happens! So, how can Read more
  • It's been years since my last appointment; what should I expect?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 18, 2024

    Feeling apprehensive or guilty for not visiting a dentist in over a year is common, but coming back to receive dental care is easier than you may think. Our dental Read more
  • What exactly is a cavity?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 11, 2024

    We all know how discouraging can be it to hear you have a dental cavity. Knowing how cavities form can help you prevent them from popping up in your mouth. Read more
  • June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 04, 2024

    The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more