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Kevin B. Cook, D.D.S., S.C.

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Answering Your Questions about Your Upcoming Teeth Whitening
posted: Jun 23, 2019.

Whitening can transform the dullest teeth into a dazzling smile fit for a Hollywood star. But before you undergo a whitening procedure, you might have a few questions about it. Read more
Regardless of What You've Seen Online, Don't Fear a Root Canal Treatment
posted: Jun 13, 2019.

With smart phone in hand, you can instantaneously find out just about anything. Unfortunately, online search results aren’t always accurate. Case in point: there’s an idea floating on the World Read more
This Rare Tongue Condition Often Looks Worse than it Actually is
posted: Jun 03, 2019.

There are a few mouth conditions so rare most of us have never heard of them. Geographic tongue would fall into this category, affecting only one to three percent of Read more
See Your Dentist ASAP to Save Your Loose Tooth
posted: May 24, 2019.

A loose adult tooth isn't normal. It could be loose because it's been subjected to high biting forces like those that occur with a tooth grinding habit. Or, it could Read more
Your Gums May Need a Little Extra Care While You're Wearing Braces
posted: May 14, 2019.

While braces improve your mouth function and smile by moving teeth into better positions, they may also adversely affect another part of your oral health — your gums. It’s not Read more
3 Things You can do to Slow Tooth Wear
posted: May 04, 2019.

Unlike our primitive ancestors, our teeth have it relatively easy. Human diets today are much more refined than their counterparts from thousands of years ago. Ancient teeth recovered from those Read more
A Retainer-Like Device can Preserve the Space Left by a Lost Primary Tooth
posted: Apr 24, 2019.

Children losing their primary (“baby”) teeth is both natural and necessary. So, is it really that much of a concern if they lose one early?The answer is yes — premature Read more
4 Tips for Avoiding Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: Apr 14, 2019.

Wearing braces takes time, but if all goes well the changes to your smile will be well worth it. In the meantime, though, you’ll have to contend with one particular Read more
E-Cigs Could be Just as Hazardous for Your Teeth and Gums as Cigarettes
posted: Apr 04, 2019.

More than 20 million people in the United States use electronic cigarettes or e-cigs as an alternative to tobacco smoking. While many users believe "vaping" is a healthier alternative to Read more
4 Things You Should be Doing to Maintain a Healthy Mouth
posted: Mar 25, 2019.

Regular dental visits are an important part of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. But it’s what goes on between those visits — daily hygiene and care — that are the Read more
Five Things to Know About Bleeding Gums
posted: Mar 14, 2019.

Did you ever brush your teeth and find that your gums were bleeding slightly? This unwelcome discovery is more common than you might think — and it might have something Read more
March Is the Time to Evaluate Sleep Problems
posted: Mar 04, 2019.

The month of March brings the first day of spring, when nature seems to wake up after a restful winter slumber. It also brings Sleep Awareness Week, which leads us Read more
3 Causes for Implant Failure and What You can do About Them
posted: Feb 22, 2019.

First introduced in the 1980s, dental implants are a popular and reliable tooth replacement option. Numerous studies show that after ten years 95% are still in place. Much of this Read more
National Children's Dental Health Month Highlights Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Feb 12, 2019.

We all know that a child's baby teeth don't last forever. So if those little teeth develop problems, like severe decay, chips or cracks, it doesn't much matter—right? Wrong! National Read more
Test You're Brushing and Flossing Success with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
posted: Feb 02, 2019.

Brushing and flossing your teeth provides a lot of benefits, including a brighter smile and fresher breath. But the primary benefit—and ultimate goal—is removing dental plaque. This biofilm of bacteria Read more
Developing a Dental Care Strategy Could Save Long-Term Costs
posted: Jan 23, 2019.

Taking care of your teeth is a life-long endeavor. And like any other aspect of healthcare, it can be costly — from regular dental visits and cleanings to more expensive Read more

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