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Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
David Copperfield on the Magic of Cosmetic Dentistry
posted: Jul. 18, 2021.

If you could seem to levitate, walk through walls, or make the Statue of Liberty disappear… would it really matter whether or not you had a bright, shiny smile? According Read more
How can I protect my child's teeth during sports?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As Read more
Craft a Custom Care Plan by Identifying Your Individual Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 08, 2021.

Although we've known for some time how tooth decay forms, it's still prevalent across the population—even more so than cancer or heart disease. Along with gum disease, it's a leading Read more
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

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, Read more
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more
Plagued by Mysterious Mouth Ulcers?
posted: Jun. 28, 2021.

Do you ever get sores in your mouth that seem to appear for no reason and then disappear just as mysteriously? Chances are they’re aphthous ulcers — better known as Read more
Five Things You Should Never Do With Your Toothbrush
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read more
Pediatric Dentists Specialize in Dental Care for Children and Teens
posted: Jun. 18, 2021.

To get your child on the right track for lifelong dental health we recommend you begin their dental visits around their first birthday. You can certainly visit your family dentist, Read more
Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more
Like Johnny Manziel, You May Need an Oral Surgeon for a Major Dental Problem
posted: Jun. 08, 2021.

QB sensation Johnny Manziel has had a varied career in professional football. After playing two seasons for the NFL Cleveland Browns, he quarterbacked for a number of teams in the Read more
Take Charge of Stress Management to Reduce Teeth Grinding Habits
posted: May 29, 2021.

It’s hard to avoid stress in the 21st Century. We’re all bombarded with stressors, from work to family — even our smart phones!The problem really isn’t the stressors themselves but Read more
Look for These Basics When Buying Your Next Toothbrush
posted: May 19, 2021.

When you’re buying a tool or appliance, you compare brands for the best quality you can afford. There’s another important item that deserves the same level of scrutiny: your toothbrush. Read more
What Dental Crowns Can Do For Your Smile
posted: May 17, 2021.

Do you want a beautiful smile but are dealing with severe stains, misshapen teeth, and crooked teeth? At Apex Dental, Dr. Jeffrey Rafalski and Dr. Chris DeMeyer of Lemon Grove, Read more
Drawing Impacted Teeth Out of the Gums Could Help Normalize a Smile
posted: May 09, 2021.

We instinctively know when a smile looks normal—and when it doesn't. It could be that something simply looks out of place like crooked teeth. But we might also notice when Read more
Kathy Bates Plays It Smart With Professional Teeth Whitening
posted: Apr. 29, 2021.

Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates knows how important it is to present your best face to the world — and one of the most important features of that face is Read more