If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Lockport Dental Group might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever the
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While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course,
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Oral surgery can be intimidating, especially if you show any signs of an infection afterwards. the doctor and our team want you to be informed about what to watch for
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Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make
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Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable
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Dental veneers are a way to correct and transform your smile by using “contact lens”-thin shells of porcelain or ceramic material and bonding them to the front of your teeth.
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Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as you eagerly wait for the birth of the new addition. Needless to say, pregnancy comes with
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Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where
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Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and,
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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
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From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because:
It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth
It causes cavities
It causes gum disease
And really,
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We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of
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Many patients at Lockport Dental Group are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less
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Putting off your dental visit to Lockport Dental Group because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and
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While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Lockport Dental Group
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If you want to fix staining, large gaps, fillings, chipped teeth, or the overall shape of your teeth, this may be the perfect option for you. Many of our patients
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