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What’s an intraoral camera?
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.
One of the greatest features our team at Fournier Family Dentistry LLC offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us detect Read more
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How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read more
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What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more
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What is gum disease?
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is an infection of the gum tissues, and is something seen all too often by the doctor. Extending from inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) Read more
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Tips for Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.
Over time, everyone’s teeth can naturally become dull, due to aging and consumption of staining foods such as chocolate and coffee. The good news is that teeth-whitening treatments can help Read more
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Teeth Grinding: Not just a bad habit, but a dental concern
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.
Perhaps you don't even know you grind your teeth. Maybe a spouse or loved one woke you up in the middle of the night and made you aware of what Read more
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What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.
Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they Read more
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Sleep Apnea: What a Dentist Can Do
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
You find yourself drowsy and irritable all day. Or you have trouble sleeping, and when you do, you snore loudly throughout the night punctuated with silent pauses where you aren’t Read more
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Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
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Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read more
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Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation!
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
For many of our patients at Fournier Family Dentistry LLC, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental Read more
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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
When working out, studying late, or any time we feel like a bit of a boost would come in handy, energy drinks are a common go-to for many teens and Read more
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Is periodontal disease contagious?
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is Read more
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Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
the doctor and our team at Fournier Family Dentistry LLC will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup Read more
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more