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Some Benefits to Giving Your Smile an Extra Boost
For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an enjoyable summer, and even get married. As the weather cools down, it’s easier to…
Read MoreHow can parents help prevent tooth decay?
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw for the permanent teeth that will appear several years later. Kids are especially susceptible to decay,…
Read MoreOral Health Concerns for Teens
You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young child. You also have a lot more responsibilities, and one of your jobs is to take care of your teeth. Develop and maintain good dental habits now so you can have great dental…
Read MoreWhat are dental implants?
Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate for a dental implant. Metal dental implants were invented in 1965. Technology continues to advance…
Read MoreWhat is hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
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, while rare, adults. Characterized by sores in the mouth and a rash on the…
Read MoreAnatomy of a Smile Makeover
A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, Dr. Kevin Granger may perform or suggest a variety of options. The entire process is designed specifically for your unique…
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SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT ABOUT FLOSSING
Back in 2015 a recommendation for daily flossing was removed from the U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Immediately, news reports surfaced that flossing was not effective. We’re here to set the record straight. “Flossing is an important oral…
Read MoreTeeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away with Dr Kevin Granger at Enterprise Dental! Teeth whitening is…
Read MoreEasing Your Allergies with Latex-Free Dentistry
Imagine this scenario: you go to the dentist to have a cavity filled, and an hour after the procedure you have a runny nose, scratchy throat, and your arms are breaking out in blotchy, red hives. In other words, you’re in worse shape after the…
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Help Raise Up To $40,000 for the ADA Foundation’s “Give Kids A Smile Program”!
June is Oral Health Month. You can help the American Dental Association Foundation increase its efforts to teach under-served children good oral care habits. How can you help? Be a role model! Help us in raising awareness of the issue by…
Read MoreHow does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond these…
Read MoreHow Computers Help Dental Implants Look Natural
Never before have dental implants looked as natural and aesthetically pleasing as they do today. With the help of computer-aided design and computer aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM), Dr. Kevin Granger and our team are able to create implants with…
Read MoreGetting Ready for Summer Sports
With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Christopher Doerrer, DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our patients are probably already ready to hit the field for some summer fun, we thought we…
Read MoreHeart Disease and Oral Health
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have published studies that link the bacteria…
Read MoreThe Secret to Fresh Breath
Bad breath: We’ve all dealt with it. You’ve been around people who have it and, like it or not, you have had it yourself. It can be embarrassing and uncomfortable, but how do you know if you have it? There is actually a simple test you can do…
Read MoreIt’s Proven! Electric ToothBrushes Clean Best
Studies show electric brushes control plaque more effectively and fight gum disease better than manual toothbrushes. Effective and Efficient. When placed at the optimum 45-degree angle the electric brush makes tooth brushing easier and more…
Read MoreHelp! My gums hurt when I floss!
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not flossed in a long time. However, if your gums do indeed hurt when you floss, and unbearably…
Read MoreMore Adults Are Opting for Invisalign®
These days it's becoming more and more common to see adults at our Mitchellville, MD office getting their teeth straightened with Invisalign clear aligners — that is, if you can see them! Treatment with Invisalign is effective and aesthetically…
Read MoreApril is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Join the Oral Cancer Foundation in its effort to end Oral Cancer. Roughly 50,000 people per year are diagnosed with Oral Cancer. Young people are the fastest growing segment due to their connection with the HPV virus. Signs of Oral Cancer can…
Read MoreHealthy Mouth, Healthy Body
Watch this video for information about how having a healthy mouth can help you to have a healthy body.
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