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Timing Matters!
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

Many patients at Comprehensive Dental Care are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: 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
How do I know if I need dentures?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

The choice to get dentures is a permanent decision so there are several important factors you should take into consideration. Many people have teeth that are not able to be Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Comprehensive Dental Care 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
Digital X-rays
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool for any dental professional. X-rays help your endodontist perform a root canal, your orthodontist check the position of a tooth’s root, your oral surgeon Read more
What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it. We get that. These Read more
Fluoride Treatments Give Your Child Added Protection Against Cavities
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

When it comes to helping your child avoid tooth decay, it's all hands on deck. Tooth decay can not only harm their current set of primary teeth, but the Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
How You Too Could Have Lindsey Vonn's Viral Video Smile Makeover
posted: Oct. 30, 2021.

Instagram, America's humongous digital photo and video album, is chock-full of the silly, mundane, and poignant moments of people's everyday lives. That includes celebrities: Tom Hanks buying a used Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: 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
Importance Of Children's Oral Health
posted: Oct. 21, 2021.

Through learning a good dental care routine from you, your children are less likely to develop cavities or tooth decay. Including the expertise from your family dentist at Comprehensive Dental Read more
Here Is What You Can Do to Help Your Kids Snack Healthier at School
posted: Oct. 20, 2021.

In addition to daily oral hygiene and regular dental visits, a tooth-friendly diet can boost your kid's dental health and development. You can help by setting high standards for Read more
Headaches, TMJ, and Dentistry
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

That ache in your head may stem from your jaw. If your jaw falls out of alignment, you could have temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD. It's not clear what causes TMD. Read more
The Science of Sugar
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie Read more
Your Decayed Tooth Might Need a Different Kind of Root Canal Treatment
posted: Oct. 10, 2021.

Advanced decay doesn't necessarily mean it's curtains for an infected tooth. Millions of teeth in that condition have been saved by a tried and true procedure called root canal Read more
October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more