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Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health
posted: Jan. 07, 2025.

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read more
Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
posted: Dec. 31, 2024.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more
What type of toothpaste is right for you?
posted: Dec. 24, 2024.

Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more
Happy Gums, Happy Heart!
posted: Dec. 17, 2024.

Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus Read more
Morning Sickness and Your Oral Health
posted: Dec. 10, 2024.

Whether it’s your first child or you’re an experienced mom, pregnancy is an exciting time—which you’ll be able to enjoy much more once the days of morning sickness are over. Morning Read more
The Science of Sugar
posted: Dec. 03, 2024.

Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie Read more
How Missing Teeth Can Affect Your Health
posted: Nov. 26, 2024.

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read more
Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: Nov. 19, 2024.

Is there a link between oral health and heart health? This is a question that has been receiving a lot of attention in recent studies. While as yet there is Read more
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Nov. 12, 2024.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 05, 2024.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Periodontal disease; I have what?!
posted: Oct. 29, 2024.

Our team from Dimples Dental Suite understands the diagnosis of periodontal disease can be scary and confusing, but the good news in most cases is that it is treatable and Read more
Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
posted: Oct. 22, 2024.

There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our WASHINGTON, District of Columbia office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods Read more
Headaches: The Dental Connection
posted: Oct. 15, 2024.

Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might Read more
Can You Stop a Cavity Before It Starts?
posted: Oct. 08, 2024.

You’re busy getting ready for your day, and of course you’re starting your day off right by looking after your dental health. A two-minute brushing, some careful flossing, and—wait, is Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

the doctor, as well as our team at Dimples Dental Suite, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read more
Anatomy of a Smile Makeover
posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, the doctor may perform or suggest a variety of options. The Read more