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How Cancer Treatment Affects Your Mouth

added on: September 28, 2020
cancer patient

As we head into the month of October, we tend to see pink ribbons everywhere in support of breast cancer research and breast cancer patients. Cancer is one of those scary words nobody wants to hear, and it can cause feelings of uncertainness and weariness of what treatment will bring…. Read More…


Cough Medicine & Oral Health

added on: January 30, 2020
cough syrup

Everyone knows how miserable the common cold can be. When we come down with a case of the sniffles or an annoying cough, we’re willing to do almost anything to make it stop. While medications to treat the symptoms of a cold can help suppress a cough or ease a… Read More…


How The Great American Smokeout Can Help You (& Your Kids) Stay Healthy

added on: November 22, 2019
cigs

The Great American Smokeout is hosted on the third Thursday of every November. Its purpose is to help smokers set a day to work towards a smoke-free life. As you probably know, quitting smoking can help you get healthier, but it can also protect your children’s health, too. The truth… Read More…


Things To Do To Prevent the Flu

added on: November 18, 2019
woman with the flu

Every year millions of Americans get knocked down by the flu and suffer the miserable sniffles, annoying coughs, and unbearable body aches. Flu season usually runs from about October through February, but this year, your dentist in Lakeland is here to provide you with some things you can do to… Read More…


The Importance of Healthy Gums

added on: June 11, 2019
inspecting gums with mirror

Often we think of a healthy mouth as straight, white teeth. But the truth is, a healthy mouth goes beyond our smiles. Our gums are easily overlooked when it comes to talking about our oral health. However, our gums are crucial to not only our mouths but to our overall… Read More…


Pregnancy & Dental Care: Is it Still Safe?

added on: May 16, 2019
pregnant woman bruhes teeth

To all of the expectant mothers out there, both current and potential patients, everyone at our Lakeland dental office wants to say, “Congratulations!” Whether you’re a new parent experiencing every special moment for the very first time, or a seasoned parental pro who knows exactly how this all goes, it’s… Read More…


Common Symptoms of Oral Cancer

added on: April 16, 2019
oral cancer awareness ribbon

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and our dental office in Lakeland wants to encourage all of our neighbors to get regular dental exams to check for signs of this scary disease. The truth is, oral cancer treatment is more successful the earlier that symptoms are detected. It’s important to… Read More…


Why It’s Important Not to Ignore Your Snoring

added on: March 21, 2019
couple snoring

Think back to the last time you woke up feeling refreshed and ready to take on your daily demands. It’s so nice to have the energy and mindful clarity to help you be productive and make the most of your day. Has it been a while since you felt like… Read More…


How Does Oral Health Affect Heart Health?

added on: February 12, 2019
heart health month

February marks the beginning of a month-long dedication to heart health. It’s officially known as American Heart Month, and its purpose is to raise awareness of the risks associated with heart disease. Many people know that things like smoking and a poor diet can cause troubles with the heart, but… Read More…


What Vitamins Are Good for Oral Health?

added on: January 30, 2019
vitamins in palm

Our bodies rely on the vitamins and minerals obtained through what we eat in order to function properly. Our mouth and teeth are no different. The truth is, in order to keep our oral health in good shape we need to make sure we’re getting enough of the right vitamins…. Read More…


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