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Oral Piercings: Not Cool for Teeth
Remember that guy with the lip ring you had a crush on in high school? I wonder how his teeth are doing now. Don’t get us wrong, at Saxonburg Dental Care, we’re all about the freedom of self-expression, and if body modifications like tattoos and piercings are your thing, we support you. However, as your […]
Continue Reading »Fun Dental Facts – Did You Know?
Dentistry is a serious medicine, and daily oral hygiene is a top priority. But teeth can be pretty fun, too, not to mention fascinating. For starters, have you ever seen the full sets of baby teeth and adult teeth present in a child’s head x-ray? Go ahead, look it up. There are tons of interesting dental […]
Continue Reading »Lidocaine is Not for Kids
Oral viscous lidocaine is used to treat pain relief from mouth irritation in adults as a result of chemotherapy and other medical procedures. In 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to caregivers that this type of lidocaine should not be used to treat teething pain in infants and young kids, […]
Continue Reading »Facts About Dental Implants
Many people will lose a tooth at some point, but that doesn’t mean your smile needs to suffer. There are numerous ways to fix a lost tooth, but today, Saxonburg Dental Care would like to educate you about the best option for a healthy smile that will last a lifetime: dental implants. Implants function just like […]
Continue Reading »Dentists Are Doctors, Too!
There are many kinds of doctors—Doctors of English, Doctors of Philosophy, Doctors of Medicine, Dr. Pepper… (wink). Of course, when we use the term doctor, we often mean a physician or Doctor of Medicine. But did you know that dentists are doctors, too? Every doctor has a specialty, and a dentist’s specialty is oral health. […]
Continue Reading »Questions to Ask Before Special Needs Kids See the Dentist
All children are unique individuals with personal preferences, but sometimes special needs kids have a higher level of anxiety in new situations like visiting the dentist. Dentists like Dr. Roger M. Sepich at Saxonburg Dental Care realize that treating special needs kids requires patience and understanding, and while most dentists who treat children are capable […]
Continue Reading »Protect Yourself from Oral Cancer
Dr. Roger M. Sepich and all of us at Saxonburg Dental Care would like to take this opportunity to talk about oral cancer, the lives that are lost to it, and what it could mean for you and your family. Oral cancer is one of the only cancers that is becoming more common, and we […]
Continue Reading »Dental Crowns 101
Sometimes in life, you just need a do-over. That’s precisely what dental crowns are—a new start for your tooth. Teeth are important players in your life! They’re not only the first responders for your digestive tract, but they can make a great first impression – so you deserve a beautiful, fully-functioning set. If your teeth […]
Continue Reading »Down Syndrome & Dental Issues
Today, Dr. Roger M. Sepich at Saxonburg Dental Care would like to discuss the unique dental characteristics of those with Down Syndrome. First teeth may arrive later. Children who have Down syndrome can get their first teeth anywhere from 12 to 24 months of age; they may not have a complete set of baby teeth […]
Continue Reading »No Tradesies: Packing Mouth-Healthy Lunches for Kiddos
Breakfast is always being touted as the most important meal of the day—and for good reason! It’s important for families to kickstart their day with nutrients that will help them power through school, work, socializing, sports, and homework… does anyone else feel exhausted just thinking about it all? The right foods in your child’s lunch […]
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