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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
“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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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At Timber Creek Dental, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more
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What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more
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What to Do If You Lose a Filling
posted: Feb. 21, 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 Read more
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Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
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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Should I fix my chipped tooth?
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
It was a small fall! A miniscule piece of popcorn! A minor foul on the basketball court! But now there’s a chip in your otherwise perfect smile. Is a chipped Read more
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How do I know if I need dentures?
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
The choice to get dentures is a permanent decision so there are several important factors you should take into consideration. Many people have teeth that are not able to be Read more
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Is there really a link between my mouth and heart?
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Timber Creek Dental are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to Read more
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Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
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Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
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A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Timber Creek Dental, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given Read more
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Choosing the Dental Filling Option that's Best for You
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read more
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How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more
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In the Pink
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more
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What are Sealants?
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay Read more