Today’s crowns, veneers, and tooth colored fillings are very natural looking compared to early counterparts. There was a time when dentists placed silver fillings exclusively. This material is still used, however the most common material used today in fillings is composite, tooth-colored fillings. Composite fillings can be made to match any shade of tooth and…
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The human heart truly appreciates it when we eat healthy foods, don’t smoke, and exercise regularly. But there’s something else that can improve your heart’s longevity and you may not know about: keeping your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. Bacteria responsible for periodontal disease have been found in the heart area of subjects who…
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Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored to your dad’s interests and his dental health. The Outdoor Dad If your dad is happiest out camping, or his most relaxed at the lake…
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After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. Dr. Jill Hild and Dr. John Denton and our team at Hild Family Dental will tell you there aren’t many emergency situations that can be avoided when…
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