There are numerous options for dental treatments out there, so how do you choose which are right for you? Our experts at Amundson Dental Associates have handpicked the three must-have procedures that we believe can benefit nearly every patient. Periodontal Exam: This should happen at least once a year and is quick and painless. Dr.…
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, an annual observation that underscores the fact that early detection of oral cancer can decrease morbidity and increase long-term survival. The observance also emphasizes the importance of making oral cancer screenings part of the dental exam routine. This is especially true given that due to human papillomavirus infection, head…
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No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your faucet. It might not be the most adventurous choice, but drinking a tall glass of fresh tap water is refreshing in so many healthy ways.…
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Winter and its snowball fights are behind us, true, but there might be another kind of snowball heading your way—the snowball effect you risk when small dental concerns are ignored and left to grow into much more serious dental problems. Here are three early symptoms that might seem minor, but shouldn’t be overlooked: Sensitivity Ouch!…
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