Ouch! Are You Biting Your Cheeks More Often?

April 15th, 2026

You’re biting into something delicious, and, Ouch! You bite into something you didn’t mean to—the inside of your tender cheek. Painful moments like this happen every now and again. But if you find that more frequent cheek biting means that you’re extra-cautious when eating or speaking, if you wake up with sore cheeks in the…
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What to Look for when Choosing a Mouthwash

April 8th, 2026

Mouthwash is important for more than just keeping your breath fresh and smelling great. Combined with other forms of dental hygiene, it can help prevent plaque, cavities, gingivitis, and other gum diseases. But it may be difficult for you to choose the right mouthwash off the shelf. Dr. Kilman and our team at Kilman Dental…
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Dental Hygienist Appreciation Week

April 1st, 2026

During the second week in April, we recognize and celebrate the expert care dental hygienists provide. Let’s take a moment this week to explore how the special skills of this valued member of your dental team in New Smyrna Beach, FL enrich your dental health.Regular CleaningsDentists typically recommend routine dental examinations twice a year, and…
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Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit

March 25th, 2026

It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so common that it even has its own name, pagophagia. We're not talking about a slushy or shaved ice (although those artificially sugary treats should be…
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