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Composite vs. Amalgam Fillings: Which Is Right for You?

Composite vs. Amalgam Fillings: Which Is Right for You?

By Tend

Posted May 22nd, 2025 in Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Prevention, Treatment & Services

Fillings help restore decayed teeth, prevent further damage, and maintain the integrity of your smile. Often, patients will choose between composite resin fillings and amalgam fillings, the two most common dental restoration options.

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Root Canal  vs Tooth Extraction: Making the Right Choice

Root Canal vs Tooth Extraction: Making the Right Choice

By Tend

Posted May 14th, 2025 in Emergencies, Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Oral Surgery, Patient Experience, Treatment & Services

Do you know the difference between a root canal and a tooth extraction? We've provided signs to look for when you’re in dental pain, and ways to learn how to protect your smile.

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Root Canal Treatment: What to Expect, Step-by-Step

Root Canal Treatment: What to Expect, Step-by-Step

By Tend

Posted Apr 25th, 2025 in Emergencies, Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Patient Experience, Treatment & Services

Nervous about getting a root canal? Here's a guide on what you can expect from start to finish.

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Benefits of braces for adults: Top reasons to straighten your smile

Benefits of braces for adults: Top reasons to straighten your smile

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Aug 8th, 2024 in Clear Aligners, Cosmetic Dentistry, Oral Health Tips, Orthodontics, Prevention, Treatment & Services

Most people probably believe that smile straightening is purely for aesthetic reasons, but think again! And keep reading to learn about the top 15 benefits of braces for adults.

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Lost a Filling? Here’s What to Do

Lost a Filling? Here’s What to Do

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Aug 8th, 2024 in Emergencies, Family Dental Care, Insurance & Billing, Oral Health Tips, Prevention, Treatment & Services

Fillings can loosen over time, and can fall out. If you think you have lost your filling, don’t panic - here's what to do.

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All About Your New Clear Aligners

All About Your New Clear Aligners

By Tend

Posted Dec 29th, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Oral Health Tips

You did it: you made a lifelong investment in your smile and are now sporting brand new clear aligners. Congrats! The next step? Wear 'em—then get ready for impressive results. Questions about the process? Below, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common clear aligner questions we see. Read on for our top tips on how to get the most out of your treatment.

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Keeping Your Teeth Clean When You Wear Braces

Keeping Your Teeth Clean When You Wear Braces

By Dr. Chris Salierno

Posted Dec 29th, 2022 in Clear Aligners, Hygiene, Oral Health Tips, Orthodontics

Your new braces represent an important investment in yourself, and one of the best ways to honor that commitment is by maintaining good oral hygiene.

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What happens if you don’t get a crown when recommended?

What happens if you don’t get a crown when recommended?

By Tend

Posted Aug 24th, 2022 in Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Treatment & Services

If your dentist recommends you get a crown, you’ve probably got questions. First, what exactly is a crown? And is it really necessary? Learn more.

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Do I really need a filling?

Do I really need a filling?

By Tend

Posted Aug 9th, 2022 in Emergencies, Exams, Family Dental Care, Oral Health Tips, Treatment & Services

Want to know more about fillings? We can fill you in. Fillings are a treatment for cavities, so let’s start at the beginning.

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My Dentist Said I Can’t Get a Normal Cleaning. Why?

My Dentist Said I Can’t Get a Normal Cleaning. Why?

By Tend

Posted Apr 17th, 2022 in Conditions & Symptoms, Oral Health Tips, Patient Experience, Periodontics & Gum Health, Prevention, Treatment & Services

If you have gingivitis or periodontitis, a normal cleaning won’t be helpful. It can actually be harmful by allowing bacteria to remain trapped below your gums.

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