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The Safety of Dental X-Rays

April 10th, 2024

An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to avoid dental X-rays, but you may want to hold off on that quick judgment. As with any treatment we offer at Amundson Dental Associates, education…
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Raising Awareness on Oral Cancer

April 9th, 2024

Did you know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month? Oral cancer is the cancer of the mouth, tongue, or throat, and can affect functions like eating, drinking, and speaking. This April, as we observe Oral Cancer Awareness Month, our practice is dedicated to highlighting the critical aspects of oral cancer, from its symptoms to…
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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches and Abscesses

April 3rd, 2024

You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. Dr. Roger and Scott Amundson can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to prevent the problem from becoming worse. Abscess An abscess is a bacterial infection, and will normally cause pain and swelling around the…
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Is a Loose Tooth a Lost Tooth? Not Necessarily!

March 27th, 2024

When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign that you were growing up. Perhaps even a lucrative visit from the Tooth Fairy. Losing a baby tooth had quite a few benefits. Now that…
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