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Earth Day
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Anonymous
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first
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What are dental crowns?
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Anonymous
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement.
There are several
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April is National Facial Protection Month
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Anonymous
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.
The Importance of Facial Protection
Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports
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Dental Sealants for Baby Teeth?
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Anonymous
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.
Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make
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Do You Have an Ageless Smile? Let Us Help You Keep It!
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Anonymous
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.
In your golden years, you’ve become a pioneer in tooth care. Yours is probably the first generation in history that can expect to keep most of their natural teeth for
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
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Anonymous
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.
Millions of people, around Wilmington, Delaware 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
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Anonymous
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.
At Blackhurst Dental, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty
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Oral Cancer
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.
the doctor and our team want you to have the healthiest possible smile in the healthiest possible body. Oral cancer can affect the mouth, tongue, throat and jaw. Early detection
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Team Dark Chocolate
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and
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The Many Types of Sedation Dentistry
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.
There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag
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How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw
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Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.
Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root
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Energy Drinks and Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.
Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Blackhurst Dental ask us this question, so here’s the scoop.
Energy drinks have been on the rise, taking up
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re
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