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Back-to-School Basics: Don’t for Get Your Smile!

July 22, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

Did it seem like summer took forever to get here? Now that it’s here, can you believe that it’s almost over!? From fun in the sun to family vacations and everything in between, we hope you’ve had time to squeeze in everything on your “to-do” list. And if you haven’t… you’ve still got some time. […]

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Superfoods for a super smile!

July 9, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

We’re constantly bombarded with suggestions to “eat this, not that” because simple food swaps can help us lose weight and live a more healthy life. It’s no secret that we are what we eat. But, as a dentist, I’ll take that a little further to say… so are our teeth. We like to think that […]

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Got water? Drink up… it does the body good!

June 21, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

With summer heating up, so are your activities and fun outdoors. It’s more important than ever to keep the liquids flowing because studies show that nearly 75% of Americans are dehydrated and may not even know it. It’s a problem that is more serious than you think – and it could land you or someone […]

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Are You Brushing Your Teeth Wrong?

June 7, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

You’ve likely been hearing it all your life… “brush twice a day and floss regularly.” Surely that means you’ll have strong teeth and healthy gums, right? It’s Oral Health Month, and we want to remind you that when it comes to good oral hygiene, it all starts with a toothbrush. But here’s the thing… a […]

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Try These at Home: Temporary Toothache Treatments

May 21, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

You’ve been looking forward to a couple days off. Time to relax, get outside or enjoy family. But nothing can ruin a weekend more than waking up with a toothache. They can come out of nowhere and can be a small pain or a BIG pain. An aching tooth can wreak havoc your daily life. […]

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We have a “Heart” for helping people smile

May 8, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

When you feel great, a smile comes naturally. A smile can show joy, happiness, appreciation, amusement, excitement, or peacefulness. But for some, smiling is just not that easy. In fact, millions of Americans don’t go to the dentist because they can’t afford it. Dental problems can be painful, keeping people of all ages from doing […]

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Is your smile ready for the wedding day?

April 21, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

Whether you’ve just gotten engaged or your wedding is fast approaching, there’s no better time to start thinking about how you want your smile to look as you walk down the aisle. After all, it’s an accessory you’ll wear all day – and for the rest of your life! When it comes time to say, […]

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Know the Facts About Oral Cancer

April 8, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

Did you know that every year, over 40,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer? Of that, about 8,000 will die from the disease. That’s approximately one death per hour. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and at Lake County Dental, we’re here to answer all your questions about oral cancer. What is oral cancer? Oral […]

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Have no fear… sedation is here!

March 26, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

Does your heart pound just thinking about going to the dentist? What’s worse? The sharp, shiny instruments or the sound of the drill? For the majority of people, going to the dentist isn’t a painful experience. But that doesn’t mean that we love being in the dental chair. But what if there’s more to it? Many people are […]

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Here Comes March (& Mouth Guard) Madness

March 9, 2017 by smiles4u Leave a Comment

College basketball fans are about to embark on one of the most intense, compelling and unpredictable three weeks in all of sports. When it comes to March Madness, there will be upsets (you know… the ones that will completely ruin your chances in the office pool) and the Cinderella stories that will live on in […]

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