Month: June 2026

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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Do You Need a Dental Exam Before Cosmetic Treatment?

Yes — in nearly all cases, a thorough dental exam is required before any cosmetic procedure begins. Cosmetic work placed on unhealthy…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

How Sugar, Snacking, and Sipping Affect Your Teeth All Day

Every time you eat or drink something other than water, bacteria in your mouth produce acid that temporarily softens tooth enamel. The…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Bottle Decay, Nighttime Milk, and Sippy Cup Habits Explained

Baby bottle tooth decay — also called early childhood caries — is one of the most common and preventable chronic diseases in…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Build-Up vs Crown: Understanding the Difference

A build-up is the foundation layer placed inside a tooth to restore lost structure before a crown is fitted. A crown is…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

How Orthodontists Decide Whether Jaw Surgery Should Be Part of the Plan

Jaw surgery — formally called orthognathic surgery — becomes part of an orthodontic plan when skeletal discrepancies are too significant to be…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

What You Can Eat After a Root Canal—and When

After a root canal, most patients can eat the same day — but what and how you eat in the hours and…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Coronectomy vs Full Wisdom Tooth Removal: Why the Safer Choice Sometimes Looks Different

A coronectomy removes only the crown of a wisdom tooth while leaving the roots in place — the opposite of a standard…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

How Long Do Dental Implants Last With Proper Maintenance?

Dental implants can last 15 years or longer — and in many cases, a lifetime — when they are placed in patients…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Managing a Strong Gag Reflex at the Dentist: Non-Sedation and Sedation Options

A strong gag reflex can make dental care genuinely difficult — not just uncomfortable, but in some cases nearly impossible without the…
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Dental & Medical By Austin Jenkins Jun 11, 2026

Surprise Dental Fees and Billing Red Flags Patients Should Watch For

Unexpected dental charges are one of the most common complaints patients raise — and most arise from predictable, avoidable gaps in communication.…
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