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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
Dental Sealants for Baby Teeth?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make Read more
What's in toothpaste and how does it work?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

the doctor and our team recommend that you brush your teeth two to three times a day, for at least two minutes each time. But have you ever wondered what’s Read more
Finding Emergency Dentists Near You
posted: Dec. 10, 2021.

Things work simpler when you’re at home. If you lose a filling or a cap while at work, or you chip or break a tooth playing ice hockey with your Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

the doctor and our team at Decatur Family Dentistry believe everyone’s smile should be a something they can be proud of. Most of us aren’t born with naturally perfect teeth, Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Decatur Family Dentistry we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter Read more
Don’t Wait To Fix a Loose Filling
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Even though dental fillings are a suitable restorative treatment that performs as well as healthy teeth, situations may arise that cause the filling to become loose. Your emergency dentist, Dr. Read more
What type of toothpaste is right for you?
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
What exactly is a root canal?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor Read more
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten Read more
What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can Read more
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more