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Get a Dental Exam as Soon as Possible if you Suspect Gum Disease
updated: Mar. 29, 2017
If you suspect you have periodontal (gum) disease, it's important to get a correct diagnosis and begin treatment as soon as possible. The sooner you begin treatment the better Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
How Your Diet Affects Your Smile
updated: Mar. 23, 2017
It is well known that your diet affects your general health, weight and even well-being. However, your diet also affects your smile. Putting good foods into your body ensures that Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
updated: Mar. 14, 2017
Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Air Abrasion: An Alternative to the Traditional Dental Drill
updated: Feb. 27, 2017
Drilling teeth is an essential part of repairing and restoring the damage caused by tooth decay. For generations dentists have relied on the dental drill with its rotating burr Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
updated: Feb. 19, 2017
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Know the Facts Before Considering Botox for Jaw Joint Pain
updated: Feb. 04, 2017
If you have chronic jaw joint pain you may have heard of using Botox to relieve discomfort from temporomandibular disorders (TMD). Before you seek out this remedy, though, be Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Give Your Smile a Whole New Look
updated: Feb. 02, 2017
Giving your smile a whole new look has never been easier. Dental veneers are a great dental treatment option for patients looking to renovate their smile while maintaining their natural Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
Actor David Ramsey Discusses Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
updated: Jan. 20, 2017
Cavities can happen even before a baby has his first piece of candy. This was the difficult lesson actor David Ramsey of the TV shows Arrow and Dexter learned Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Benefits Of Sedation Dentistry
updated: Jan. 12, 2017
Although countless movies and comedy sketches throughout entertainment history have featured a scene involving a dentist's office, laughing gas and the resulting hijinks, for people with phobias and extreme anxiety Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
'Tooth in One Day' Procedures Require Special Attention for Success
updated: Jan. 05, 2017
You've seen the ads for obtaining a new tooth in one day with a dental implant. Those aren't exaggerated claims — you can leave the dental office the same Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Beyonce Makes Flossing a Family Affair
updated: Dec. 21, 2016
As is the case with most celebs today, Beyonce is no stranger to sharing on social media… but she really got our attention with a video she recently posted Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
The Benefits Of Dental Implants
updated: Dec. 13, 2016
People have been trying to figure out how to replace missing teeth since ancient times when the only viable choices were stones and shells. Today, titanium dental implants outfitted with Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
New Year’s Resolutions for Better Oral Health
updated: Aug. 25, 2016
It’s the New Year; many of us start thinking about making better diet and health choices, especially after indulging over the holidays! A great resolution is cutting back on sugar, Read more -
Brush Up on Your Children’s Oral Health
updated: Aug. 25, 2016
It is very important to establish good oral hygiene habits with your children while they are young. Establishing these habits early helps ensure that your children’s teeth remain healthy for Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health -
TMD? What a Pain!
updated: Aug. 25, 2016
TMD problems are growing due to high stress levels in the world today. The temporomandibular joint or TMJ acts like a hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. In fact, Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry -
We are excited to announce
updated: Aug. 25, 2016
Our CCSD family is growing! It’s with great pleasure we introduce Dr. Michelle Paterson to our patients. Dr. Paterson started her dental career right here at CCSD! She worked chair side with Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures, Oral Health, Cosmetic Dentistry
