Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?

October 2nd, 2024

The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to Dr. Kilman if you notice any unpleasant changes. While better dental hygiene is usually the answer for young children, bad breath can also be a symptom of more serious problems. Oral…
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Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?

September 25th, 2024

Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you have all your wisdom teeth!) adult teeth which start showing up around the age of six, and need to last the rest of your…
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The Root of the Matter

September 25th, 2024

A strong, healthy smile is built on a strong, healthy foundation. Let’s take a moment to explore just what creates that foundation—your roots. The Root of the Matter The visible part of your tooth is called the crown. And while we spent the great majority of our time thinking about what goes on above the…
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Radiation and the Safety of Dental X-Rays

September 24th, 2024

It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental X-rays far outweigh the risks when safety procedures are followed and the number of X-rays is limited to the required number. About Dental X-rays Intraoral…
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