Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they
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Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!
posted: May 10, 2022.
Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 03, 2022.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning
We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their
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Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.
In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a
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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
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The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder
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Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering
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Tooth-Colored Fillings
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where
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Five Easy Ways to Prevent Gum Disease
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.
Gum disease can be painful and lead to missing teeth if you don’t treat it properly. However, there are plenty of things you can do to lower your risk of
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us
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Your Snoring Might Be More Serious Than You Think
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.
Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. It’s most common among middle-aged adults, and the most prevalent symptom is loud snoring.
Sleep apnea
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
At David B. Bernard, DDS Family Dentistry, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest
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Tips for Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
Over time, everyone’s teeth can naturally become dull, due to aging and consumption of staining foods such as chocolate and coffee. The good news is that teeth-whitening treatments can help
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Is Charcoal Teeth Whitening Safe?
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
Health and beauty trends surface on the web every day, and it can be difficult to tell which ones are worth your time, or even safe, for that matter. Perhaps
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Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and
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Common Wisdom Teeth Problems
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
Have you ever wondered why people have wisdom teeth? These are a third set of molars that come in behind the rest of all your other teeth, usually during early
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I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
At David B. Bernard, DDS Family Dentistry, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or
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