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Lost Employment and Need Dental Insurance?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 1, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in different ways. For many, it has meant a loss of employment, reduced hours of employment, or even loss of job opportunities. There are so many concerns that run through your mind when you find yourself out of a job. No...

Helping Kids Overcome a Fear of the Dentist

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 22, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

People of all ages have their own particular relationships and feelings about dentists and dental appointments.  Some adults are as afraid as children are.  This probably has a great deal to do with how they were introduced to dental hygiene and their first trips to...

How Oral Piercings Affect Dental Health

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 15, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

The decision to get an oral piercing is a personal one.  Being independent and choosing to express your personal style is something that teens and young adults experiment with in a number of ways. While you may think there is no definitive answer to the answer “Why...

Understanding and Identifying Signs of Pregnancy Gingivitis

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 8, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

Pregnancy is a joyous time for families. Bringing new life into the world and growing your family can be exciting.  With all of the things that must be done during this time, preparing your baby’s nursery, planning your baby shower and eating all of the right things...

What to Do With ‘White Spots’ After Braces

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 1, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

Braces are intended to improve your appearance as well as your oral health and can be used to align teeth at any age.  While it may seem that braces are used by orthodontists for mostly children and teens, adult braces are pretty common. There are many options...

Yes, Vaping is Bad for Your Teeth

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | May 26, 2020 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

For quite some time, vaping and e-cigarettes were supposedly supported with evidence (albeit, weak evidence) that it was safer than smoking cigarettes. That kind of attention shifted the public’s understanding and perception of vaping, leading them to believe that...
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