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Yes, Sleep Apnea Can Affect Young Children Too!

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 22, 2019 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

Snoring in children can be a sign of pediatric obstructive sleep apnea – something your family dentist can actually help you screen for & and treat. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by complications in breathing during sleep or...

Book Your Dental Appointment Now Before the Back-to-School Rush

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 10, 2019 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

While a regular dental check-up is necessary throughout the year, it’s especially important for children and teens to go before school starts. According to the AAPD, almost 51 million school hours are missed due to dental-related health issues in the U.S. Set up your...

What are Dental Flippers, and Do I Need Them?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 1, 2019 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

If you have to wait a few days for dental surgery to replace a missing tooth and do not want to have a visible gap in your teeth, then you may be offered flipper teeth in the interim. Depending on your dental procedure, your teeth and gums may need some time to heal...

Tips for Maintaining Good Oral Health Through BBQ Season

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 20, 2019 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

The 4th of July holiday is around the corner, which means the grills are heating up and food will be plentiful. By this point, you have probably hosted or attended a few barbecues, but it’s never too late to think of ways to protect your smile during the summer of...

Help Dad Celebrate Father’s Day With A Smile

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 10, 2019 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

This Father’s Day, give the gift of a bright smile with the help of an oral care product! Even if your dad doesn’t necessarily need help maintaining good oral health, these gifts will be sure to make him show off that great smile — and he can keep it maintained far...
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