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How do I know if my gums are receding?
posted: May 28, 2024.

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
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
Osteoporosis and Oral Health
posted: May 14, 2024.

Today, the doctor and our team at Gentle Dental Care thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans have osteoporosis or are at Read more
May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 07, 2024.

The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family Read more
Could a Night Guard Be the Answer to Your Dreams?
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.

Have you been having trouble getting a good night’s rest? Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. A midnight horror movie. A bedtime espresso. That anchovy and pineapple Read more
Timing Matters!
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

Many patients at Gentle Dental Care are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

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
How many times a day should I floss?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

Flossing is one of the most important parts of your oral care routine. Many patients know they need to do it but find it difficult to fit into their busy Read more
Snowball Effect
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

Winter and its snowball fights are behind us, true, but there might be another kind of snowball heading your way—the snowball effect you risk when small dental concerns are ignored Read more
Love your new smile? Tell us about it!
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

At Gentle Dental Care, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we Read more
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

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
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
Proper Flossing Techniques
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

Of all the dental hygiene techniques you can use at home to promote clean teeth and good oral health, flossing is likely to be the one that troubles most people. Read more
Fluoride Treatments—They’re Not Just for Kids!
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

Fluoride has been one of the great game-changers in children’s dental health. Drinking fluoridated water. Using fluoride toothpaste. Scheduling fluoride treatments. All of these child-friendly dental habits help prevent cavities Read more
The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more