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Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

The best brushing routine for parent and child is two minutes of gentle brushing in the morning and two in the evening. But if the longest four minutes of your Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

At Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 22, 2022.

At Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd. we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 08, 2022.

Mouthwashes are commonly used as a part of a daily oral care regimen. Not only do they freshen breath, but some are capable of improving dental health too. Using a Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 25, 2022.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 04, 2022.

the doctor, as well as our team at Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 27, 2022.

At Paula S. Fillak, DMD, Ltd., we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 20, 2022.

They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 13, 2022.

Have you been thinking about getting an oral piercing lately? It could seem enticing because they look trendy or cool, but it’s worth know the health risks associated with oral Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 06, 2022.

For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 30, 2022.

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