Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As
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How can I protect my child's teeth during sports?
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
Sports are great for children for a variety of reasons. Children can develop their motor skills, learn how to solve conflicts and work together, and develop their work ethics. As
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What is a crown?
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.
the doctor and our team at Duren Family Dental hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth.
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Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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Digital X-rays
posted: Aug. 22, 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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The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.
In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Duren Family Dental, we proudly screen our patients for oral cancer.
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What is a crown?
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.
If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get
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The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway?
The
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Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Jul. 25, 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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Dental Emergencies in Children
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.
Dental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. the doctor and our team want to you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult
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Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake
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Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While
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Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your
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I have halitosis. What can I do?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Halitosis is the fancy, scientific word for “bad breath.” the doctor and our team know there are several reasons why you may have halitosis; let’s look at a few:
Gum disease
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Canker Sores and Stress
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor
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