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posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have Read more

posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more

posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

Capturing the Moment At Ballenger Creek Dental Associates we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more

posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several Read more

posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more

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

posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

the doctor and our team at Ballenger Creek Dental Associates will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused Read more

posted: Jan. 31, 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

posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Frederick, Maryland office, there is one family member that might Read more

posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder the doctor and our team stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental Read more

posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more

posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more

posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more

posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance. Read more

posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

the doctor and our team know it can be easy to underestimate the significance of baby teeth. At Ballenger Creek Dental Associates, we sometimes meet parents who assume that since Read more

posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

the doctor and our team know that as a parent, you want your child to be as healthy as possible. By now, you probably know that your son or daughter’s Read more