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Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
At Lake Dental, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few
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Post-Procedure Care
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This
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Detergent Foods: Clean your teeth while you eat!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of
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How much calcium does my child need?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that you have children of your
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Dental X-rays: The Inside Story
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
We’re all friends here, so if you sometimes feel a bit nervous before your dental appointment, no judging! Ask us about any worries you might have. We are happy to
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself.
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Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being
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Is sleep apnea linked to cancer? Studies say, ‘Yes’.
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five
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Chipped Your Tooth? Now What?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Accidents happen. Next time you’ll wear your mouthguard when you skateboard, never use your teeth to open anything, and carefully step away from your grandmother’s hard candy dish. But what
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What exactly is a root canal?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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How do I avoid bad breath?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.
At Lake Dental, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our patients about
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How to Choose the Best Mouthwash
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.
As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three
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Cold Comfort
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
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
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
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
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Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted
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