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  • Seven Ways to Repurpose Old Toothbrushes

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 17, 2023

    It’s done a wonderful job for you, but after three or four months, the time has come to retire your toothbrush. Bristles that once easily removed food particles and plaque Read more
  • Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda: Which is better for teeth?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 10, 2023

    When most patients ask the doctor this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet Read more
  • Year-End Insurance Reminder

    Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 03, 2023

    the doctor, as well as our team at Kinberly Antrim, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read more
  • Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 26, 2023

    Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax. According to Read more
  • Teeth, Bones—What’s the Difference?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 19, 2023

    They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more
  • DIY Cures for Bad Breath

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 12, 2023

    Are you afraid to open your mouth because you have bad breath? You’re not alone bad breath or Halitosis happens to everyone, at one time or another. If you have Read more
  • September is National Gum Care Month!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 05, 2023

    Can you believe it's already September? At Kinberly Antrim, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more
  • Happy Labor Day!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 29, 2023

    Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
  • Smile! It’s Time for Arts & Crafts!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 22, 2023

    If you have a child who loves arts and crafts, try some of these creative projects with a dental twist. One of these activities is sure to give your child Read more
  • Five Easy Ways to Prevent Gum Disease

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 15, 2023

    Gum disease can be painful and lead to missing teeth if you don’t treat it properly. However, there are plenty of things you can do to lower your risk of Read more
  • Snack Attack

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 08, 2023

    Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy Read more
  • The Dog Days of Summer

    Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 01, 2023

    Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
  • Take Your Pick!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 25, 2023

    Before electric toothbrushes, before dental floss, before fluoride rinses, in fact, before recorded history, people who cared about their dental health had one primary tool—the toothpick. Ancient bronze toothpicks, bejeweled Read more
  • Seal of Approval

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 18, 2023

    Outside activities? You slather your kids with sunscreen. Biking? You don’t let your child leave the house without a helmet. Youth sports? You provide mouthguards and padding and headgear and Read more
  • The Connection Between Your Mouth and Your Heart

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 11, 2023

    At Kinberly Antrim, DDS, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show Read more
  • Fun Facts for the Fourth

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 04, 2023

    The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more