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Follow These Common Sense Steps When Your Child has a Toothache
posted: Nov. 12, 2016.
A child's toothache is no fun for either the child or the parent. But if you're faced with this situation, don't panic — unless they have a fever or Read more -
The Parts Of A Dental Implant
posted: Oct. 31, 2016.
Dental implants offer an innovative way to replace a missing tooth. Learn more about the parts of a dental implant and the advantages of this tooth replacement option from Dr. Read more -
Dr. Travis Stork: Don't Ignore Bleeding Gums
posted: Oct. 28, 2016.
Are bleeding gums something you should be concerned about? Dear Doctor magazine recently posed that question to Dr. Travis Stork, an emergency room physician and host of the syndicated Read more -
We can Minimize Discomfort from Canker Sores with a few Basic Treatments
posted: Oct. 13, 2016.
They seemingly pop up out of the blue inside your mouth: tiny sores that are sometimes painful — and always annoying. Then, in about a week to ten days Read more -
No "Glee" in Tooth Grinding
posted: Sep. 28, 2016.
Sure, it’s big news when celebs tweet selfies from the dental office… if you’re still living in the 20th century. But in Hollywood today, it’s harder to say who Read more -
Certain Mouth Rashes Don't Respond to Topical Steroid Treatments
posted: Sep. 13, 2016.
You've been treating a persistent rash around your mouth with medicated ointments, but it's not going away. The problem may be the ointment — it could actually be sustaining Read more -
Giancarlo Stanton Gets Major-League Mouth Protection
posted: Aug. 29, 2016.
For major-league slugger Giancarlo Stanton, 2014 was a record-breaking year. After the baseball season ended, he signed a 13-year, $325 million contract with the Miami Marlins — the biggest Read more -
FAQs About Cavities
posted: Aug. 22, 2016.
Studies have shown that about 92% of Americans have had some level of tooth decay. This high number makes treating tooth decay one of the most common dental procedures. However, Read more -
Lasers Adding New Precision and Efficiency to Root Canal Treatments
posted: Aug. 21, 2016.
Root canal treatments are an essential part of dental care — countless teeth with deep decay would be lost each year without it. Now, this traditional dental care procedure Read more -
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
posted: Aug. 06, 2016.
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start Read more -
Quitting Smoking Decreases Your Risk of Implant Failure
posted: Jul. 22, 2016.
If you’re considering a dental implant as a replacement for a lost tooth, you’re looking at a restoration method with an amazing 95% success rate after ten years. But Read more -
Dwight Howard: A Bright NBA Star With a Smile to Match
posted: Jul. 07, 2016.
Have you started orthodontic treatment recently? Are you having a little trouble getting used to your braces? If so, you are not alone: Everybody goes through an adjustment period Read more -
That Small Mouth Sore is Likely Nothing - but Still Have it Checked
posted: Jun. 22, 2016.
If you notice a small sore or a change in the appearance of the tissues inside your mouth, don’t panic. It’s likely a common, minor ailment that appears on Read more -
A Toothless Tiger?
posted: Jun. 07, 2016.
Let’s say you’re traveling to Italy to surprise your girlfriend, who is competing in an alpine ski race… and when you lower the scarf that’s covering your face, you Read more -
Welcome to Our Blog
posted: Jun. 06, 2016.
Welcome to the Blog of Comprehensive Dental Care Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a dentist in the West Hartford, CT area, we’re excited you are here. With the Read more