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Are you at risk for tooth erosion?
posted: May 17, 2022.
Many people consume carbonated or sugary drinks and acidic foods every day but have no idea those beverages may be harming their teeth, making them vulnerable to tooth erosion. The Read more
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What happens if I don’t have my wisdom teeth removed?
posted: May 10, 2022.
One of the things the doctor and our team at Dr. Anthony Petrilli monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Third molars Read more
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 03, 2022.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
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Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.
When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read more
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Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
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Chipped Your Tooth? Now What?
posted: Apr. 12, 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 Read more
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This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
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Caring for Your Night Guard
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
You might have experienced painful morning headaches. Or have a partner or housemate who begged you to please keep those grinding noises down at night. Or perhaps you were unhappily Read more
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The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.
A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
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How effective is whitening toothpaste?
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.
The American Dental Association encourages you to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent dental problems such as tooth decay, bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond Read more
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
Capturing the Moment At Dr. Anthony Petrilli we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little Read more
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How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
The food you feed your child can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops cavities Read more
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Can children be at risk for periodontal disease?
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for Read more
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Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
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 Read more
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more