Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Craft a Custom Care Plan by Identifying Your Individual Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 31, 2021.
Although we've known for some time how tooth decay forms, it's still prevalent across the population—even more so than cancer or heart disease. Along with gum disease, it's a Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Evolution of the Toothbrush
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the
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Don't Fear the Root Canal - It Could Just Save Your Tooth
posted: Jul. 21, 2021.
Root canals often get a bum rap. Although the procedure saves millions of teeth every year, it's often erroneously portrayed as an unpleasant experience. And if that wasn't enough, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
What to Do If You Lose a Filling
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting
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Courting Disaster
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
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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Drawing Impacted Teeth Out of the Gums Could Help Normalize a Smile
posted: Jul. 11, 2021.
We instinctively know when a smile looks normal—and when it doesn't. It could be that something simply looks out of place like crooked teeth. But we might also notice Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don’t let a dental emergency ruin your summer vacation!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
For many of our patients at George R. Shepley, DDS, summer means a season of relaxation, vacation, and outdoor fun and activities. While you can’t take a vacation from dental
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Wisdom Teeth Can Still be a Problem for the World's Youngest Billionaire
posted: Jul. 01, 2021.
According to Forbes Magazine, Kylie Jenner is the world's youngest billionaire at age 22. Daughter of Caitlyn (Bruce) Jenner and Kris Jenner, Kylie is the founder and owner of Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they
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What NOT to Eat after Wisdom Teeth Extraction
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
Now that you’re having your wisdom teeth removed at our Baltimore, Maryland office, you’re probably looking forward to spending a few days on the couch with a cool dish of
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Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
posted: Jun. 21, 2021.
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What is a cavity?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis.
Specifically, cavities are the
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This One Cosmetic Method Could Improve a Multiple of Tooth Flaws
posted: Jun. 11, 2021.
You could have an unattractive smile because of a chipped tooth or one slightly out of alignment. Or, it could be both of the above, plus some heavy staining Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Sedation Can Help an Anxious Child Relax During Dental Treatment
posted: Jun. 01, 2021.
There are different ways to ease a child's potential nervousness with dental visits, like starting those visits around their first birthday or seeing a pediatric dentist who specializes in Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
posted: May 22, 2021.
Performing for an awards show is a quite a feather in an entertainer's cap. So, up-and-coming country music star Carly Pearce was obviously excited when she gained a slot Read moreCategory: Oral Health
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