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Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
Is there a link between oral health and heart health? This is a question that has been receiving a lot of attention in recent studies. While as yet there is Read more -
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more -
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a Read more -
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 22, 2022.
Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more -
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more -
Make Tooth Brushing Fun
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.
The best brushing routine for parent and child is two minutes of gentle brushing in the morning and two in the evening. But if the longest four minutes of your Read more -
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more -
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more -
How Often Should You Have Your Teeth Cleaned?
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Read more -
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more -
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
the doctor, as well as our team at SHERILL L BEHNKE, DDS, PC, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end Read more -
Minimally Invasive Dentistry
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read more -
What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early Read more -
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery Read more -
Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
posted: Sep. 06, 2022.
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day” Read more -
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
posted: Aug. 30, 2022.
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read more