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How does a tooth decay?
Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 14, 2021

When acids are allowed to erode tooth enamel long enough to leach calcium and other minerals from your enamel and dentin, a process called demineralization occurs. This rapidly leads to Read more
What was your favorite part of summer?
Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 07, 2021

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
Happy Labor Day!
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 31, 2021

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Improve Your Overall Health with Regular Cleanings
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 24, 2021

It’s common knowledge that you should get your teeth cleaned every six months. But do you know why that timing is crucial? Studies have shown that your oral health connects Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 17, 2021

the doctor and our team at Intown Dental Center get this question a lot. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in, once young people get their adult teeth. Read more
What exactly is tinnitus?
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 10, 2021

It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 03, 2021

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Oral Health during Pregnancy
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 27, 2021

Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as you eagerly wait for the birth of the new addition. Needless to say, pregnancy comes with Read more
Oral-Systemic Health
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 20, 2021

Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health Read more
Electric Toothbrush Innovations
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 13, 2021

If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more
Tell us about your summer!
Author: Anonymous updated: Jul. 06, 2021

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more
Happy Fourth of July
Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 29, 2021

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 22, 2021

Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
Post-Procedure Care
Author: Anonymous updated: Jun. 15, 2021

As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This Read more