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Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
posted: Apr. 29, 2025.

Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to Read more
Wisdom Teeth Emergencies: Causes and treatment
posted: Apr. 22, 2025.

When you think of a dental emergency, you may picture teeth that have fallen out or severe tooth pain. But it is not uncommon for wisdom teeth to develop conditions Read more
Healthy Gums and Older Adults
posted: Apr. 15, 2025.

One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Apr. 08, 2025.

Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 01, 2025.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
Preventing Periodontal Disease
posted: Mar. 25, 2025.

Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent health issues in America, with the Centers for Disease Control reporting it affects approximately 65 million people, or roughly 47 percent of Read more
Are you at risk for oral cancer?
posted: Mar. 18, 2025.

Nearly 40,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer annually in the United States, with more than 8,000 dying every year from the disease. Oral cancer has a higher death rate Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 11, 2025.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
A Spot of Trouble?
posted: Mar. 04, 2025.

Your smile is in the spotlight every day, helping you greet the world with confidence! But when you’re self-conscious about discolored spots on your teeth, it’s time to get some Read more
We are committed to your oral health!
posted: Feb. 25, 2025.

Dental visits are often negatively associated with discomfort in many people’s minds. But at Michael Klein, the doctor and our team have created an atmosphere focused on dispelling those myths. Read more
Teens and Gum Disease
posted: Feb. 18, 2025.

You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives and have busy schedules, so you need to budget your time and energy. One thing Read more
Valentine's Day History
posted: Feb. 11, 2025.

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more
Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
posted: Feb. 04, 2025.

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as Read more
Five Things You Didn't Know About Cavities
posted: Jan. 28, 2025.

Most people know when they have a cavity—they can either see it on their tooth or... ouch! They can feel it! But there are certain things that many of our Read more
Let's Talk About Your Roots!
posted: Jan. 21, 2025.

You’ve learned a lot from your dentist and your family about how to take care of your teeth. You brush and floss, you wear a mouthguard when you’re active, and Read more
It's been years since my last appointment; what should I expect?
posted: Jan. 14, 2025.

Feeling apprehensive or guilty for not visiting a dentist in over a year is common, but coming back to receive dental care is easier than you may think. Our dental Read more