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
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Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Nov. 09, 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
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5 Signs Your Child May Be Developing a Poor Bite
posted: Nov. 08, 2021.
A Malocclusion—better known as a poor bite—can have far-ranging consequences that could follow a child into adulthood. Bite abnormalities make it more difficult to chew and digest food. And, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and
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MAFS Star Jake Edwards Undergoes a Smile Makeover And Helps Others Along the Way
posted: Oct. 29, 2021.
A year ago, former Australian footballer Jake Edwards got married. On television. To a woman he'd just met. No, not in a Vegas wedding chapel—it was all part of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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Oral Health Concerns for Infants
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Because babies’ teeth don’t appear until around six to eight months of age, it’s a natural misconception that they don’t need dental care. But the steps you take as the
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Dental Cleanings Take on New Importance After Gum Disease
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
There are few things sweeter to hear than for your dentist to tell you your periodontal (gum) disease is under control. Depending on how deep the infection may have Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten
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Removing a Tooth Could Help Correct This Particular Bite Problem
posted: Oct. 09, 2021.
Dentists extract millions of teeth each year, mostly because of disease. But sometimes a healthy tooth is removed to gain a more favorable, long-term dental health outcome. An example of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at George
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Periodontal Probing Can Tell Us a Lot About the Severity of a Gum Infection
posted: Sep. 29, 2021.
The red and puffy gums that sometimes accompany the onset of periodontal (gum) disease don't always catch your attention. You may not even get any symptoms at all, in Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
At George R. Shepley, DDS, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability
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A Prescription for Oral Health
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
You and your dentist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended,
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How a Tooth Caused Hannah Bronfman's Mystery Ailments
posted: Sep. 19, 2021.
Hannah Bronfman, well-known DJ and founder of the health and beauty website HBFIT.com, took a tumble while biking a few years ago. After the initial pain and bruising subsided, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile.
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Dental Hygiene and Care Critical During Cancer Treatment
posted: Sep. 09, 2021.
After months or even years of radiation or chemotherapy, the words "cancer-free" is music to your ears. Your joy and relief, though, may be tempered by the toll these Read moreCategory: Oral Health
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