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Do you know what to do in the event of a dental emergency? Click the link below to learn more about emergency dental care and what you need to do if you experience dental trauma. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/emergency-dentistry-guide/

How do you Know if You Need Emergency Dentistry? | Gentle Dental Do you need emergency densitry? Learn what emergency dentistry means and if you need to find an emergency dentist right away.

While root canals are extremely safe, effective, and straightforward, they are often not well understood. Click the link below for a complete guide to this common procedure.https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/root-canals-guide/

Root Canals: The Ultimate Guide | Gentle Dental There is a lot of confusion out there about root canals. Read our ultimate guide to root canals & learn the facts.

Dental insurance can help offset the high cost of dental care by covering preventative exams and restorative treatments. Click the link below to learn more. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/dental-insurance-101/

Dental Insurance 101: Understanding Your Dental Insurance Plan | Gentle Dental To get the most out of your dental insurance you should understand all potential limitations or exclusions. Here's what you should know.

Wisdom teeth can lead to problems if there isn’t enough space for them to surface or they come through in the wrong position. Click the link below to learn more about wisdom teeth, wisdom tooth extraction, and caring for your mouth before, during, and after the procedure. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/wisdom-teeth-guide/

Wisdom Teeth Symptoms: What You Need to Know | Gentle Dental Read our guide for straightforward information about wisdom teeth, extraction, and caring for yourself before, during, and after the procedure.

Your baby may have sore or tender gums when they begin teething. Fortunately, there are many at-home remedies you can try to alleviate your baby’s pain. Click the link below for a complete parent’s guide to teething. rdco.io/q4A3j45eBAA

A Parent's Guide to Teething | Symptoms & Remedies | Gentle Dental Is your child teething? Check out our teething guide, made for parents, so you can learn the symptoms of teething, helpful remedies & much more..

If you’ve been struggling with acne that won’t go away, there’s a chance that poor oral hygiene may be the culprit! Click the link below to learn more.
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Can Poor Oral Health Cause Acne? | Gentle Dental Table of Contents The Link Between Oral Health and AcneHow Infected Teeth, Periodontitis, and Gingivitis Exacerbate AcneThe Link Between Periodontal Disease and Other ...

Ready for a successful back-to-school dental checkup? We encourage you to schedule an appointment now before your kids go back to school!
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7 Reasons to Visit the Dentist Before Your Kids Head Back to School | Gentle Dental If you haven't planned a back-to-school dental cleaning and exam, here are 5 reasons why you should.

If you have a canker sore, you'll want to get rid of it as quickly as possible! Click the link below for a comprehensive guide to canker sores. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/a-guide-to-canker-sores-2/

A Guide to Canker Sores | Gentle Dental Table of Contents Symptoms and Signs of Canker SoresDifference Between Canker Sores and Cold SoresWhat Causes Canker Sores? Most Common Sites for Canker SoresHow ...

Getting braces during your teenage years can be a big deal. As a parent, there are many ways you can help your teen navigate this process!https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/helping-your-teen-with-braces-care/

Helping Your Teen With Braces Care | Gentle Dental As a parent, you might not be able to make your teen love their braces, but you can make the process a bit ...

Ready to brighten your summertime smile? Click the link below to learn more about teeth whitening options for sensitive teeth!

Summer is too short to let tooth pain rule your life. If you suffer from tooth sensitivity, try these remedies to reduce your pain.

Summer can set the stage for fun, new experiences, but it is not the time to let your child’s oral hygiene routine take a vacation! For tips on how to keep your kid’s teeth healthy this summer, click the link below. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/blog/keeping-your-kids-teeth-healthy-in-the-summer/

Keeping Your Kids Teeth Healthy in the Summer | Gentle Dental While summer vacation sets the stage for fun, new experiences, it can also seriously disrupt a child’s dental health routine. To help protect ...

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Oral Hygiene Quiz | Gentle Dental How much do you actually know about your teeth? Are you practicing proper oral hygiene? Take this oral hygiene quiz to find out!

Summer is a great time for teens and young adults to have their wisdom teeth removed since school is out and they will have time to recover without missing classes and extracurricular activities. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/wisdom-teeth-removal-what-to-expect-before-during-and-after/

Wisdom Teeth Removal: What to Expect Before, During, and After | Gentle Dental Today, wisdom teeth extractions are one of the most common dental procedures. Typically emerging in the late teen to early adult years, wisdom ...

This summer, be proactive about protecting your oral health! By maintaining a healthy, balanced diet, staying hydrated, and keeping tabs on your oral hygiene routine, you can help keep your smile healthy and bright. Click the link below for more summertime tips on how to keep your mouth healthy this season. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/top-5-ways-to-keep-your-mouth-healthy-this-summer/

Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Mouth Healthy This Summer | Gentle Dental Summer is a great time to step up your oral hygiene routine! Although your day-to-day routine may change on summer vacation or because ...

Did you know that cavities are the most common dental problem in toddlers and children? To learn about the benefits of fluoride and sealants for cavity prevention, click the link below. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/fluoride-and-sealant-benefits-for-kids/

Fluoride and Sealant Benefits for Kids | Gentle Dental Did you know that 20% of children aged 5 to 11 years old have at least one untreated decayed tooth? Unfortunately, children are ...

You don’t have to dread spring allergies. With the right treatment, you can manage your symptoms and still enjoy the season! Here are some tips for minimizing the effects of your allergies this spring.https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/10-tips-for-helping-seasonal-allergies/

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If you suffer from seasonal allergies, spring can bring miserable symptoms. To minimize your allergies, consider staying inside on dry, windy days, buying a portable HEPA filter, and monitoring your local news to stay inside when pollen counts are high. If your allergies don’t ease up, ask your doctor about over-the-counter medications. You should not have to suffer from your symptoms!

This spring, introduce new healthy habits to your routine. For seven easy ways to boost your health, click the link below.https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/6-easy-ways-you-can-be-healthier-this-spring/

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This spring, introduce new healthy habits to your routine. For six easy ways to boost your health, click the link below. https://www.interdent.com/gentle-dental/resources/6-easy-ways-you-can-be-healthier-this-spring/

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To all the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and other supportive adults, we wish you a very Happy Mother’s Day!
Moms make a great difference in our lives and give us so many reasons to be thankful. We hold them in our hearts and are thankful to them for their care, guidance and help along the way.

This year, an estimated 66,630 people will develop head and neck cancer in the United States. Routine screenings can help identify some of the warning signs of oral cancer and aid in overall prevention. Click the link below to learn more about the importance of head and neck exams.
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Why a Head and Neck Exam is Important | Gentle Dental Accounting for nearly four percent of all cancers in the United States, head and neck cancers are cancers that develop in the larynx, ...

Do you suffer from tooth sensitivity? To get relief, consider trying the following ten remedies.
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Dentists don’t just polish your teeth, fill cavities, and encourage you to floss. They also can help check your mouth for early signs of cancer. By catching problems early, you can dramatically lower your overall risk. To learn more about the healthy habits you can take to help prevent oral cancer, click the link below.

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9 Healthy Habits to Help Prevent Oral Cancer | Gentle Dental To keep your mouth healthy, learn how to identify oral cancer in its early stages, and take some proactive steps to reduce your risk.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month! Now is a great time to schedule your regular oral cancer examination. To learn more about oral cancer and the importance of this national campaign, click the link below.

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Are you due for your bi-annual dental cleaning and checkup? Regular checkups are crucial to preventative dental care. To learn more about why dental checkups are essential, click the link below.

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Why Dental Checkups Are Essential | Gentle Dental Visiting your dentist every six months is essential to keeping your mouth healthy. Nevertheless, many patients fall behind on scheduling their bi-annual checkups. ...

Are you looking to improve the appearance of your smile? Our team is here to help. Click the link below to learn about our seven most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments.

7 Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments | Gentle Dental Cosmetic dentistry is a type of professional oral care that focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. The following dental treatments can ...

Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to fluoride? Click the link below to learn more about the myths and facts surrounding this important mineral.

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Happy National Dentists Day from InterDent!

Did you know that tooth enamel is the hardest part of your entire body? For more fun facts about your teeth, click the link below.

5 Fun Facts About Your Teeth | Gentle Dental From eating to speaking, your teeth play an important role in your daily life. If you’ve ever been curious about your pearly whites, ...

Poor oral hygiene not only harms your teeth and gums, but also damages your heart. To learn more about the connection between your oral health and heart health, click the link below.

How Oral Health and Heart Health Are Connected | Gentle Dental By being proactive about your oral health, you can also protect your heart health. Studies now show a direct link between periodontal disease ...

It's National Children’s Dental Health Month. We believe that it’s never too early to start focusing on your child’s oral health. To brush up on how to properly care for your child’s baby teeth, check out the article below.

Caring for Your Child’s Baby Teeth | Gentle Dental It’s never too early to start focusing on your child’s dental health! According to the ADA, more than 40% of children have tooth ...

February is National Children's Dental Health Month! If you are searching for fun dental health activities for your kids, click the link below.

5 Fun Mighty Molar Activities for Kids | Gentle Dental Since February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, there’s no better time to teach your child about the importance of good oral hygiene. ...

Now is the perfect time to straighten your teeth. Between staying at home and wearing a mask, orthodontic treatment can now be completed more discreetly. To learn about orthodontics and why it has increased in popularity during the pandemic, click below to learn more.

Why Now is the Best Time for Orthodontic Treatment | Gentle Dental Demand for orthodontic treatment has skyrocketed during the pandemic. Now, it is easier than ever to complete orthodontic treatment in a discreet way. ...

Cold weather can exacerbate sensitive teeth. This winter, consider implementing these ten dental care tips to find relief.

Havcing teeth pain or need a dental appointment? Call us at (206) 757-2898.

10 Dental Care Tips to Avoid Teeth Pain During Winter | Gentle Dental As the temperature drops, cold air and icy wind can exacerbate tooth sensitivity. To help relieve dental pain caused by extreme temperatures, learn ...

Are you ready to start 2021 with a healthy smile? As the calendar rolls over to a new year, most dental insurance plans reset, so now is a great time to get on track with your oral health. To make the most of your dental benefits, schedule any unfinished treatment and your routine checkup and cleaning.

If you have questions about your dental coverage, we would be happy to verify your benefits and explain your coverage in detail. Give us a call at
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New technologies have transformed many dental tasks, streamlining the examination process for the benefit of all. To learn more about our focus on dental technology, please click the link below.

Our Focus on Dental Technology | Gentle Dental At Gentle Dental, creating healthy, confident smiles is our mission. Our safe and trusted dental technologies help our dentists take care of your ...

We are very thankful for all of our patients and dedicated team members in our Gentle Dental and SmileKeepers offices. Please click the link below for a video from our leadership team.

Have a Safe and Happy Holidays.

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Teeth sensitivity can be a pain. Are you ready to find relief? To learn more about teeth sensitivity and how to prevent it, click the link below.
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Sensitive Tooth Care: Best Products & Routine | Gentle Dental If you notice pain or discomfort on the surface of your teeth or in the areas along the gumline, here's what you should know.

Happy Holidays! May this season bring joy, love, and peace to you and your family.

Our office will be open this holiday season to service your dental needs. If you need us, please give us a call at (206) 757-2898 to schedule an appointment.