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Pregnancy and Oral Care
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.
Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. John Lenihan II is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As you may already know, your Read more
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The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.
A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
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Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.
The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
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Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda: Which is better for teeth?
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.
When most patients ask the doctor this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet Read more
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Aging and Oral Health
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.
As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.
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 Read more
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How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.
the doctor and our team at John Lenihan II know your smile is an important part of your appearance; it can be a source of pride or embarrassment. Everyone deserves Read more
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Periodontal disease; I have what?!
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.
Our team from John Lenihan II 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
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Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read more
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Make Tooth Brushing Fun
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
The best brushing routine for parent and child is two minutes of gentle brushing in the morning and two in the evening. But if the longest four minutes of your Read more
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Are you at risk for sleep apnea?
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
If you are one of the more than 12 million North Americans who suffers from sleep apnea, the doctor and our team want you to know we can help. Sleep Read more
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Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
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Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many Read more
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Root Canal FAQs
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
Most people hear the word root canal and panic. With today’s state of the art equipment and improved local anesthetic devices, and some knowledge, a root canal does not have Read more
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A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read more
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Healthy Summer Foods
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. the doctor will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of Read more