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Family and General Dentistry In High Point

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Brian Watkins

Family general dentistry is a term generally used to indicate that a dentist accommodates family members of all ages, including both pediatric and elderly patients. This is an important distinction, as there are different types of dental care needed for each of … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Dental Fear 13: Root Canals

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Brian Watkins

Sometimes fillings aren’t enough. Contrary to what many think, teeth are not merely bone that sticks out of the gums to chew things. There’s a network of nerves, vessels, and pulp within each tooth—all of which are susceptible to infection.

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5 Ways to Save Your Teeth and Money!

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Terri Watkins

Dental care can be expensive, and can cause many to shy away from going to the dentist. It adds to the anxiety of the pending treatment. There are a few things we can do to decrease the cost of our … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Dental Fear 10 – Toothpaste, Mouthwash, and Fluoride

Posted on December 30, 2010 by Brian Watkins

They put something in the water! Despite the many theories out there about fluorinated water being some government plot—claiming it is poisonous or causes cancer—the benefits of a publicly fluorinated water supply have far outweighed the risks. In the proper … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Dental Fear: Problems In Early Adulthood

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Brian Watkins

Coming into adulthood is where many people begin to see the first of their dental problems, often as a result of poor choices in childhood and adolescence. Between sugary foods, long work or school hours, and the coming of wisdom … Continue reading →

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Dry Mouth a Problem?

Posted on October 1, 2010 by Terri Watkins

Dry mouth, also known as Xerostomia, is a condition of decreased or absent salivary flow. Saliva is mostly made up of water but also contains necessary chemicals that help the digestion of food. It is distributed through out the mouth … Continue reading →

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Do You Fluoride?

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Terri Watkins

We have heard for years that fluoride for good dental health, but the reasons why may not be as common. Fluoride is vital to your tooth’s enamel, helping your teeth to increase the minerals necessary to strengthen the enamel and … Continue reading →

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