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When snoring becomes more than just annoying: The dangers of sleep apnea
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
Sawing wood. That’s what your wife calls it when you wake her up with your snoring. This type of scenario plays out in homes around the world, and couples have Read more -
Improve Your Overall Health with Regular Cleanings
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
It’s common knowledge that you should get your teeth cleaned every six months. But do you know why that timing is crucial? Studies have shown that your oral health connects Read more -
Timing Matters!
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
Many patients at Southshore Dental are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less likely Read more -
Summer Treats for Healthy Teeth
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
School’s out for the summer, and it’s great to have the kids home. After all, they deserve a break after all their hard work. And you want to keep their Read more -
Water: It’s Not Just for Brushing!
posted: May 28, 2024.
We turn on the tap and it comes rushing out. We walk down the hall at work or school and stop at the fountain without even thinking about it. It’s Read more -
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 21, 2024.
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more -
Implants: Why it's important to replace missing teeth
posted: May 14, 2024.
The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay, Read more -
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 07, 2024.
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 -
Something To Chew On
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.
Chewing gum can be a sticky problem. We’re not talking about etiquette, or nutrition, or how to get rid of the darned stuff when you don’t have a trash container Read more -
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more -
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more -
How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more -
This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more -
What is biofilm?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more -
When Snoring Becomes More Than Just Annoying
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.
Snoring occurs when the tissues in the throat relax enough to block part of our airways, or physical conditions such as enlarged tonsils or a deviated septum prevent air from Read more -
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.
Millions of people, around Trenton, Michigan and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more