Capturing the Moment
At Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
Capturing the Moment
At Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the
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Charcoal Toothpaste
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated
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The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course,
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Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show
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What to do about Dry Mouth
updated: Feb. 07, 2023
Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of
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Protect Your Enamel from Dental Erosion
updated: Jan. 31, 2023
We know that the foods we eat and drink can have a definite impact on our smiles. Staining is an unhappy side effect of many of our menu favorites. That’s
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Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
updated: Jan. 24, 2023
Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them?
It’s the
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Seven Ways to Repurpose Old Toothbrushes
updated: Jan. 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
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HPV and Oral Cancer
updated: Jan. 10, 2023
HPV, or human papillomavirus, is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the country. There are over 100 strains of HPV, and, while most of these infections leave our systems
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
updated: Jan. 03, 2023
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re
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Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
updated: 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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Periodontal Disease Associated with Cardiovascular Risk
updated: Dec. 20, 2022
We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent
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Is it possible to over brush?
updated: Dec. 13, 2022
Our team at Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC will tell you brushing on a regular basis is critical for a healthy mouth, but you can definitely overdo a good thing. Known
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Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
updated: Dec. 06, 2022
With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much
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Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
updated: Nov. 29, 2022
Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than
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Thanksgiving Trivia
updated: Nov. 22, 2022
At Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC 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
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