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Dental Veneers
posted: May 30, 2023.
If you want to fix staining, large gaps, fillings, chipped teeth, or the overall shape of your teeth, this may be the perfect option for you. Many of our patients Read more -
Memorial Day
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more -
Thumb Sucking
posted: May 16, 2023.
Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a Read more -
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 09, 2023.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more -
The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more -
Top Ten Ways to Improve Heart Health
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
The human heart truly appreciates it when we eat healthy foods, don’t smoke, and exercise regularly. But there’s something else that can improve your heart’s longevity and you may not Read more -
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more -
How to Handle a Dental Emergency
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Whether it’s a broken tooth or injured gums, a dental emergency can interfere with eating, speaking, or other day-to-day activities. According to the American Dental Association , you can sometimes Read more -
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our South Daytona, Florida office, now is an excellent time to Read more -
How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
Putting off your dental visit to Michael Murphy DMD because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and Read more -
When should a filling be replaced?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more -
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 -
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At Michael Murphy DMD, 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 -
Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many Read more -
How do I know if I need dentures?
posted: Feb. 21, 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 -
Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more