Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There
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Mamelons
updated: Oct. 17, 2023
Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There
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A Variety of Dentures to Meet Your Needs
updated: Oct. 10, 2023
With advancements in prosthetic dentistry, patients are now able to wear dentures that are comfortable, natural looking, and long lasting. There are different options to choose from that will meet
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October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
updated: Oct. 03, 2023
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
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Gum Disease in Children
updated: Sep. 26, 2023
When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis.
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What to Do If You Lose a Filling
updated: Sep. 19, 2023
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting
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Do You Have A Cavity?
updated: Sep. 12, 2023
Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in
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What was your favorite part of summer?
updated: Sep. 05, 2023
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
updated: Aug. 29, 2023
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Oral Cancer Facts and Figures
updated: Aug. 22, 2023
Oral cancer is largely viewed as a disease that affects those over the age of 40, but it can affect all ages, even non-tobacco and alcohol users. Oral cancer can
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Cleaning Your Teeth—Time for a Refresher Course!
updated: Aug. 15, 2023
Let’s face it, by now, brushing our teeth is something we pretty much do on auto-pilot. A quick brush after breakfast, a minute or so at night, floss when we
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Top Ten Ways to Improve Heart Health
updated: Aug. 08, 2023
The human heart truly appreciates it when we eat healthy foods, don’t smoke, and exercise regularly. But there’s something else that can improve your heart’s longevity and you may not
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The Dog Days of Summer
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
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Tips for Managing Oral Pain
updated: Jul. 25, 2023
Experiencing tooth or oral pain is not fun. If you cannot get to Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC right away, the pain may even seem to increase. The old saying that
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Aging and Dental Health
updated: Jul. 18, 2023
As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at Kindred Oaks Dentistry, PC will tell you that
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How do I overcome my dental anxiety?
updated: Jul. 11, 2023
Do you feel anxious before every dentist appointment? If the answer is yes, you are not alone—more than 75 percent of Americans feel anxious when visiting their dentist. Today, the
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Happy Fourth of July!
updated: Jul. 04, 2023
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we
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