A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount
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When to Replace Fillings
updated: May 16, 2023
A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
updated: 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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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
updated: May 02, 2023
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Phares Family Dentistry. Everyone wants a
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Been a While? Come See Us!
updated: Apr. 25, 2023
Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Phares Family Dentistry is a judgement-free zone,
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Earth Day
updated: Apr. 18, 2023
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first
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Easing the Teething Blues
updated: Apr. 11, 2023
Every moment of your baby’s first year of life is precious, since every day your child grows a little, develops new skills, and discovers new things. Most of it is
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
updated: Apr. 04, 2023
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge
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Dentin Tooth Sensitivity Treatments
updated: Mar. 28, 2023
Dentine hypersensitivity can be described as a sharp and sudden pain caused by cold food and beverages. It’s present in more than half the population and result from receding gums
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Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
updated: Mar. 14, 2023
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
At Phares Family Dentistry, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One
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Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting
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What’s the Big Deal about Sleep Apnea?
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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I chipped a tooth. What can I do?
updated: Feb. 07, 2023
You just crunched down on a piece of hard food when you suddenly realize there is something hard still in your mouth. Your nightmare is confirmed when you retrieve a
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Digital X-rays
updated: Jan. 31, 2023
X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool for any dental professional. X-rays help your endodontist perform a root canal, your orthodontist check the position of a tooth’s root, your oral surgeon
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