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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Perry office, now is an excellent time to schedule one. Regular visits to Perry Dental can be the first line of defense against oral cancer, by identifying early warning signs of the disease.
Read MoreAccording 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 an infection of the tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth. In its advanced stages, it is known as periodontal disease.
Read MoreIt’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria and viruses that can lurk on the bristles of your toothbrush, including streptococci, staphylococci, herpes simplex virus 1, and the influenza virus. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria, our team wants you to consider the following three tips:
Read MoreLucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must be St. Patrick’s Day! If you’re not Irish, how do you go about celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? It’s easy: you just put on one of those tall leprechauns hats, dress in green from head to toe, and wear one of those carefree pins that say “Kiss Me, I’m Irish.”
Read MoreWhile you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks us to pay special attention to what goes into our bodies. The Academy has designated the month of March for focusing public awareness on what we eat.
Read MoreOur team at Perry Dental recently learned that according to research released by the American Dental Association's Health Policy Resources Center (HPRC), in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the number of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined.
Read MoreLosing a baby tooth is often an exciting event in a child’s life. It’s a sign your child is growing up, and it might even bring a surprise from the Tooth Fairy (or other generous parties). But sometimes, a baby tooth is lost due to injury or accident. Don’t panic, but do call our Perry office as soon as possible.
Read MoreValentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and spend quality hours with the people you care about the most. Whether you’re in a relationship or single, take some time today to appreciate those you love in your life.
Read MoreThe American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established, but there are multiple theories to explain the link between heart disease and periodontal disease.
Read MoreDry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments or the result of certain autoimmune diseases. Our team at Perry Dental will tell you that for most people, discontinuing medications isn’t an option. The solution is two-fold: find ways to increase saliva production and eliminate specific things that are likely to increase dryness in the mouth.
Read MoreDental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. Our team wants to you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult situation. Problems can vary, from minor gum irritation to knocked-out teeth. Take a look at the different possibilities and how you can handle them.
Read MoreOur team at Perry Dental understands that the sights, sounds, and sensations at a dental office can be unsettling for some patients. One effective technique that we use to comfort you is to offer nitrous oxide gas. Nitrous oxide is a common anesthetic used during many dental procedures.
Read MoreHalitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” Drs. Mackley, Esplin, and Spackman and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis. Let’s look at a few:
Read MoreJust because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you have to give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities. When you’re donning your protective gear, don’t forget to protect your teeth as well.
Read MoreWatching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us, Perry Dental included, feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, with over-the-top celebrations taking place in dozens of countries.
Read MorePregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Perry Dental is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy.
Read MoreYou’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Perry office to make sure you catch any potential problems, have finished any major work, and have an up-to-date chart.
Read MoreOur team at Perry Dental gets this question a lot. Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come in once young people get their adult teeth. Because they are the last teeth to break through the gums, they are also called the third molars. There are four wisdom teeth: two on each side of the top and bottom of the mouth.
Read MoreSometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Perry Dental wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in both children and adults, and in order to avoid the pain and hassle, you need to understand how they form and what to do to prevent them from developing in the first place.
Read MoreThanksgiving marks the start to the holidays—a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving thanks, and while this may seem like such a natural celebration, the United States is only one of a handful of countries to officially celebrate with a holiday.
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