WE ALL LOVE TEETH, right? Even if you don’t, it’s hard to ignore how beneficial they are—without them we’d be throwing all our food in a blender first, and our smiles wouldn’t be quite as appealing… Here at Tri City Children Dentistry we don’t just love teeth—we love YOUR teeth. Your teeth, smile, and complete oral health are extremely important to each member of our
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HAVE YOU RECENTLY VISITED WITH a friend or coworker and had a flash of silver catch your eye?We’ve all seen them, and some of us may still have them. To what are we referring? Those unsightly silver amalgam fillings that used to be the standard way of filling all cavities. Fortunately, today’s advances in dentistry and oral health awareness are causing these silver alloy fillings to
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“OUT WITH THE OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW,” as they say. 2012 is almost here! How will you be celebrating the beginning of the new year? What are your resolutions for 2012? Each country has their own unique way of ringing in the new year—and some even observe the holiday on a completely different date—but we are all unified in our desire to celebrate, reflect, renew, and find joy in
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ALTHOUGH ORAL PIERCINGS’ ORIGINS TECHNICALLY GO BACK TO ANCIENT MAYAN AND AZTEC tradition and religion, this unique form of accessorizing didn’t really become a means of self-expression until just a few decades ago. As with traditional earrings, oral piercings come in a variety of styles including rings, barbells, and studs. However, piercing your tongue, cheek, or lips involves a lot
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WITH THE END OF 2011 FAST APPROACHING, Tri-City Children's Dentistry would like to remind you to take advantage of any unused dental benefits you might have. Each year your dental insurance company gives you a maximum amount that you can use, and those benefits don’t typically roll over into the next year—so make sure you schedule those end-of-the-year appointments before it’s too
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EVERY PARENT KNOWS THAT TAKING CARE OF THE SMALL MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY IS A FULL-TIME JOB. Along with diaper changes, bath time, and medical checkups, parents also need to take care of their children’s teeth. But what are the best ways to go about caring for teeth (and baby gums!) during those early years? Here are some of Dr. Ali Manouchehri thoughts on the matter… Birth To 18 Months:
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O YOU HAVE A TOOTH THAT HURTS WHEN YOU CHEW OR WHEN YOU EAT SOMETHING TOO HOT OR TOO COLD? Here at tri-city childrens dentistry we understand that toothaches are no fun. Sometimes a simple toothache may be caused by a number of minor factors—including sensitivity. But if you’re unsure, or if the pain continues, it’s probably a good idea to visit with us. We have a great deal of
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HERE AT OUR PRACTICE, WE LOVE OCTOBER.Why, you ask? Well, it’s no secret that October ushers in pumpkin-carving contests, frightful haunted houses, spiced apple cider, spooky costumes, and yummy treats. But, did you know that October is also National Dental Hygiene Month? It’s true! This month of sweets and treats is also a season for learning more about, and celebrating, your own oral
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IT’S KNOWN BY MANY DIFFERENT NAMES—pop, soda, soft drinks, soda pop—but when it comes down to its affect on your teeth, it’s all the same! Sugary sodas have not only contributed a huge percentage to the nation’s obese population, but the acidic sugar byproducts and acids soften your tooth enamel, contributing to more cavities. Brushing gets even harder when your tooth enamel gets
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DO YOU HAVE BRACES? Or does someone you love have braces? Underneath all that metal, your beautiful pearly whites are moving—and, inching you ever closer each day toward an absolutely fantastic smile! Our doctors remind us, “Wouldn’t it be a shame, if once those braces came off, you had a bunch of cavities under there!? That would be awful!” So, don’t let that happen! All
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