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3 Reasons to See a Pediatric Dentist
posted: Sep. 16, 2019.
Your baby is turning one year old—and it's time for their first dental visit! Both the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend your child Read more -
Two Mouth and Face Pain Disorders and What You Can Do About Them
posted: Sep. 06, 2019.
Chronic pain affects the quality of life for an estimated 50 million adults in the U.S. alone. The American Chronic Pain Association designates September as “Pain Awareness Month” to Read more -
How Early Dental Visits Can Improve Your Child's Oral Health
posted: Aug. 27, 2019.
Pediatricians and dentists alike recommend beginning your child's regular dental visits at an earlier age rather than later. Most say children's first visits should happen around their first birthday. Some Read more -
NBC Star Delivers a Message about the "Perfect" Smile
posted: Aug. 17, 2019.
Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Read more -
National Fresh Breath Day Reminds Us to Seek Out the Source of Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 07, 2019.
Be sure to mark August 6 on your calendars—and not just because it's the day in 1661 when the Dutch sold Brazil to Portugal, or when President Johnson signed Read more -
If Appropriate, Antibiotics before Implant Surgery Could Reduce Infection Risk
posted: Jul. 28, 2019.
Millions of microorganisms call your mouth home—and while most are friendly, some are not. An invasive procedure like implant surgery can disrupt the mouth's soft tissues and allow disease-causing Read more -
FAQs About Dental Implants
posted: Jul. 19, 2019.
Dental implants are the state-of-the-art way to rebuild your smile, whether you’ve lost just one tooth or several teeth. Fortunately, here at Three Fountains Family Dental in West Columbia, SC, Read more -
Lingual Braces: An Invisible Way to Move Your Teeth
posted: Jul. 18, 2019.
Once upon a time, braces were the way to straighten a smile. They were—and continue to be—an effective orthodontic treatment especially for younger patients. But braces do have a Read more -
Viggo Mortensen's Red-Carpet Smile
posted: Jul. 08, 2019.
The Golden Globes ceremony is a night when Hollywood stars shine their brightest. At the recent red-carpet event, leading man Viggo Mortensen had plenty to smile about: Green Book, Read more -
Jaw Joint Disorders may be Connected to Other Health Problems
posted: Jun. 28, 2019.
If you have chronic jaw pain, you may be one of an estimated 10 million Americans suffering from temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). If so, it's quite possible you're also Read more -
Smoking Could Shorten Your Implants' Longevity
posted: Jun. 18, 2019.
Although costly in the beginning, dental implants often turn out to be the least expensive tooth replacement option. That's because their enviable record for longevity often outpaces dentures or Read more -
3 Ways to Help Your Child Relax at the Dentist
posted: Jun. 08, 2019.
Regular dental visits are an important part of teeth and gum health at any age, including young children. But the clinical nature of a dental office can be intimidating Read more -
A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
posted: May 29, 2019.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs, Read more -
Oral hygiene and Preventive Care
posted: May 28, 2019.
Maintaining effective oral hygiene habits at home and receiving preventive dental care are two important ways you can achieve better oral health. A family dentist can help you develop an Read more -
Simple Steps to Follow if Your Child has a Toothache
posted: May 19, 2019.
"Mom, my tooth hurts" isn't something you look forward to hearing your child say. But tooth pain is as common as other childhood ailments, so you may have to Read more -
Root Canals are a Safe Way to Save Teeth
posted: May 09, 2019.
Every year U.S. dentists perform around 25 million root canal treatments and save countless teeth from the ravages of decay. But if you search "root canal" on the Internet, Read more
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