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A Gummy Smile Isn’t Just for Babies (Though, They’re Far Less Cute on Adults)
posted: Jun. 14, 2015.
Are your gums too high or too low? We know it’s not something that people typically think about, but take a look in a mirror: Do your teeth look too Read more -
Healthcare Technology Isn’t Always Foolproof
posted: May 31, 2015.
Technology is so prevalent in our lives these days that most of us now rely on it almost more than our 5 basic senses. This could not be truer than Read more -
Dental Tips For Older Adults
posted: May 31, 2015.
Adult teeth are not that much different from younger teeth. Dental care is very much the same. Adults and younger people both have to maintain daily oral health with regular Read more -
Take That First Step to Kick Your Dental Phobia to the Curb
posted: May 11, 2015.
75% of American adults have some sort of anxiety over visiting the dentist, while 10% have full-blown dental phobia. It’s these individuals that suffer from just the thought of going Read more -
Common Dental Concerns for Individuals Over 60
posted: May 05, 2015.
Cavities. Dry mouth. Swollen gums. Tooth loss. It seems like, as you age, you’re seeing more and more of these symptoms, even though you haven’t changed your oral hygiene routine since Read more -
Dentures Speed Up Bone Loss and Cause Other Serious Challenges
posted: Apr. 30, 2015.
Once upon a time, dentures were worn solely to improve the appearance of a toothless smile. They were made to be durable and attractive, but functionality was of little concern, Read more -
Poor Oral Health Linked to Mental and Physical Decline in Old Age
posted: Apr. 23, 2015.
If you’re a patient of ours already, you know that part of the reason we stress the importance of maintaining your oral health is because we believe that the connection Read more -
Planning for Dental Care After Retirement
posted: Apr. 20, 2015.
There is a lot to think about when it comes to retirement. You need to consider everything from how much money you need saved in order to maintain your current Read more -
8 Health Effects of Poor Oral Hygiene On Your Overall Health
posted: Mar. 31, 2015.
We’re told all of our lives to “brush and floss” and to take care of our teeth if we want to keep them forever, but it’s only recently that we’re Read more -
Are Your Medications Hurting Your Smile?
posted: Mar. 19, 2015.
Dry mouth. White spots on the inside of your cheeks. Unexplainable burning pain in your mouth. Infection. Excessive tooth decay. All of these are common side effects of medications—both those prescribed by doctors and over Read more -
Dental Health of Minnesota’s Youth a Rising Concern
posted: Mar. 15, 2015.
Tooth decay is a highly preventable condition, yet despite that, more than half of Minnesota’s youth continues to suffer from it each year, generating $148 million in preventable emergency room Read more -
Why It’s More Important Than Ever to Visit Your Dentist When You’re Expecting
posted: Mar. 11, 2015.
Pregnancy is a wonderful and exciting time in every expectant mother’s life, but it’s also a time fraught with worry and rules. Are you eating enough of the right things? Read more -
Dental Implants: The Better Treatment Option
posted: Mar. 05, 2015.
At Lakeshore Family Dentistry, we believe in helping our patients achieve a strong, healthy smile so that they can live comfortably, and without the pain of tooth decay, the inconvenience Read more -
Is Your Child’s Oral Health Keeping Them From Developing Fully?
posted: Feb. 16, 2015.
At Lakeshore Family Dentistry, we believe in taking preventative measures to stop tooth decay in its tracks or, if possible, before it even starts. While this has always been a Read more -
Paul Revere Dabbled in Dentistry, Among Other Things
posted: Feb. 06, 2015.
Paul Revere was a man of many talents. Outside of his military accomplishments – for which he is well known, though there are many misconceptions surrounding this aspect of his Read more -
Get Money Back for Your Dental Crown, Or Donate It—Your Choice!
posted: Feb. 06, 2015.
Getting a dental crown placed is relatively expensive, especially if you get a gold or silver crown put in. A person should expect to pay anywhere from $600 to $2000 Read more