You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer
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Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
updated: Sep. 27, 2023
You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer
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Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
updated: Sep. 20, 2023
Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
updated: Sep. 13, 2023
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
updated: Sep. 06, 2023
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day”
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Happy Labor Day!
updated: Aug. 30, 2023
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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Bright Ideas for Your Smile
updated: Aug. 23, 2023
Keeping your smile its brightest can be a challenge! The foods you eat, healthy habits, unhealthy habits, and time itself can affect the color of your enamel. Luckily, there are
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Is gingivitis preventable?
updated: Aug. 16, 2023
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss,
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Thumb Sucking, Pacifiers, and Your Baby's Teeth
updated: Aug. 09, 2023
Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax.
According to
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
updated: Aug. 02, 2023
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Dental Insurance Benefits
updated: Jul. 26, 2023
Dental insurance can be a great addition to your health care plan, but the way benefits are calculated can also make it a confusing one. If you have dental insurance,
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How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
updated: Jul. 19, 2023
Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Smile By Stone for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked
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Common Causes of Gum Disease
updated: Jul. 12, 2023
Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important.
Since it’s often painless,
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Tell us about your summer!
updated: Jul. 05, 2023
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer!
Whether you visited our nation’s capital,
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Happy Fourth of July!
updated: Jun. 28, 2023
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we
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Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
updated: Jun. 21, 2023
It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun.
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Celebrate Your Dad's Smile
updated: Jun. 14, 2023
Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored
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