Our Aim

    I hope this blog becomes your news resource for information about oral health, new techniques  and what’s happening at our office.  I think communication is key to building great doctor-patient relationships, and this dental blog’s purpose is  to keep us in touch with you.  Just  bookmark this page in your browser, then visit whenever you like.  Look for regular [...]

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Health Articles

If You Are Pregnant

If you are pregnant, considering becoming pregnant in the future, or know someone that fits into either category, please read this carefully.
Researcher Yiping Han, from the department of periodontology at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine has reported the first documented case of stillbirth caused by oral bacteria. The 35 year old mother [...]

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Quotes of The Day

The Legend of Cliff Young: The 61 Year Old Farmer Who Won the World’s Toughest Race

An Unlikely Competitor
Every year, Australia hosts 543.7-mile (875-kilometer) endurance racing from Sydney to Melbourne. It is considered among the world’s most grueling ultra-marathons. The race takes five days to complete and is normally only attempted by world-class athletes who train specially for the event. These athletes are typically less than 30 years old and backed [...]

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Special

Can brushing too hard damage my gums?

The health of your gums is intricately related to the health of your teeth. We use the phrase, “brush your teeth,” but that really means “brush your teeth and gums.”
One of the most common causes of gum problems is lack of flossing. Over time, lack of flossing leads to bleeding gums and sometimes more severe [...]

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In the News

When should a child start using toothpaste?

Parents know that taking care of small children is a full-time job – and along with diaper changes, bath time, and medical checkups, parents also need to take care of their children’s teeth.
Birth to 18 months: no toothpaste required
Start cleaning your child’s teeth as soon as the teeth begin to come in – but you [...]

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Community Events

Food Drive!

Thanksgiving in July! Dr. Herman delivers food directly to a few families in great need.

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Dental Trivia

Did You Know

Most tooth loss in people under 35 years of age is caused by athletic trauma, fights or accidents.  Most tooth loss in people over age 35 is from Periodontal Disease.  Both can be prevented!

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