As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being
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Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.
As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being
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Do We Outgrow Tooth Decay?
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.
Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further!
We tend to think
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Relax with Sedation Dentistry
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.
the doctor and our team at Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd. understand that many of our patients have a fear of dentistry. You may be concerned about experiencing pain from
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Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.
Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we
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Sleep Apnea: How we can help
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
At Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., we understand that getting high-quality sleep is vital to maintaining your overall health. Insufficient sleep can lead to an inability to concentrate, motor vehicle
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Proper Brushing Techniques
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Brushing your teeth properly removes the food particles and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. However, you do not want to scrub your teeth or gums
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Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues.
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Summer Treats for Healthy Teeth
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
School’s out for the summer, and it’s great to have the kids home. After all, they deserve a break after all their hard work. And you want to keep their
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A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: May 30, 2023.
There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right
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Courting Disaster
posted: May 16, 2023.
When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 09, 2023.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for
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May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 02, 2023.
The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family
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Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your
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Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a
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Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can
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