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My gums are inflamed. What can I do?
posted: Dec. 09, 2025.

Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could Read more
Holiday Gift Ideas for Healthy Holiday Smiles
posted: Dec. 02, 2025.

Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read more
Tips for a Tooth-Friendly Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 25, 2025.

Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! Here are some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking and feeling its best. #1 Good Dental Hygiene Doesn’t Read more
Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
posted: Nov. 18, 2025.

You might suspect that your wisdom teeth are starting to emerge, but knowing the signs of impacted wisdom teeth can help you be more proactive about your dental care. Impacted Read more
New Braces? Time to Level Up Your Brushing Game
posted: Nov. 11, 2025.

You’re an old pro at brushing and flossing by now—after all, you’ve devoted years to looking after your dental health, carefully brushing for two minutes twice each day and flossing Read more
Tips for Cold and Flu Season
posted: Nov. 04, 2025.

It’s peak cold and flu season, a time to be especially conscious about your health. We have some suggestions to help you navigate this contagious time of year, with bonus Read more
Let’s Make Halloween Treats Less Tricky!
posted: Oct. 28, 2025.

If the scariest part of Halloween in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia is trying to figure out which treats are braces-friendly and which treats are braces-frightful, we have a fiendishly simple Read more
Losing a Baby Tooth Prematurely
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.

Losing a baby tooth is often an exciting event in a child’s life. It’s a sign your child is growing up, and might even bring a surprise from the Tooth Read more
The Truth about TMJ
posted: Oct. 14, 2025.

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more
October Is Orthodontic Health Month!
posted: Oct. 07, 2025.

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, and the healthy smiles which Read more
Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?
posted: Sep. 30, 2025.

The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to the doctor if you notice any Read more
Been a While? Come See Us!
posted: Sep. 23, 2025.

Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Dimples Dental Suite is a judgement-free zone, Read more
Your Hard-Working Teeth
posted: Sep. 16, 2025.

Healthy teeth make you happy to share your smile with the world. But there’s more to your smile than its beauty! There’s a lot of hard work going on, as Read more
Seal of Approval
posted: Sep. 09, 2025.

Outside activities? You slather your kids with sunscreen. Biking? You don’t let your child leave the house without a helmet. Youth sports? You provide mouthguards and padding and headgear and Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 02, 2025.

Can you believe it's already September? At Dimples Dental Suite, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.

In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more