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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 25, 2026.
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break
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Dental Veneers
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 18, 2026.
Are you looking to improve the appearance of your front teeth? Dental veneers are widely used to improve the appearance of front teeth and are a much more conservative option
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 11, 2026.
Millions of people, around BALTIMORE, Maryland and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 04, 2026.
At Irving F. Mason Jr, DMD, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to
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What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 25, 2026.
It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it.
We get that. These
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Aging and Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 18, 2026.
What’s life like for the average 60-year-old today? It’s complicated! We travel. Or we work out. Or we relax with friends. We pursue favorite hobbies or we develop new ones.
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Valentine's Day History
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 11, 2026.
Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people
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February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 04, 2026.
It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and
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How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 28, 2026.
With children undergoing developmental dental changes and engaging in rough-and-tumble activities, dental emergencies can sometimes arise. If your child knocks out a tooth or experiences any type of oral discomfort,
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What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 21, 2026.
Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a
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Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 14, 2026.
Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 07, 2026.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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A Brighter Smile for the New Year
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 31, 2025.
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Irving F. Mason Jr, DMD, a brighter smile is quick
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Heart Disease and Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 24, 2025.
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have
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Is your child a mouth breather?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 17, 2025.
Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters.
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Sippy Cups
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 10, 2025.
What a milestone! The transition from bottle to sippy cup is one of baby’s first steps toward toddler independence. And like all first journeys, some helpful guideposts come in handy.
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