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Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more -
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more -
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more -
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jun. 28, 2022.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more -
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
posted: Jun. 21, 2022.
If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes Read more -
Root Canal Procedure
posted: Jun. 14, 2022.
Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more -
Dental Tips for Your Summer Vacation
posted: Jun. 07, 2022.
Summer’s here, and it’s time to enjoy a well-deserved break! But even though school’s out, please take a few minutes to learn some tips from the doctor to keep your Read more -
Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: May 31, 2022.
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read more -
Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 24, 2022.
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more -
How do I know when I have a cavity?
posted: May 17, 2022.
the doctor and our team at Michael Murphy DMD frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss regularly, Read more -
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: May 10, 2022.
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more -
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 03, 2022.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more -
How do I know if my gums are receding?
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.
Gum recession, a common result of gum disease, occurs when the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away or pulls back, forming pockets between the gumline and exposing more Read more -
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more -
Four Great Additions to Your Dental-Healthy Diet
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.
Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, Read more -
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read more