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

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Give Your Child Added Protection Against Cavities With Topical Fluoride
posted: Feb 18, 2020.

Keeping your child’s teeth and gums healthy may sometimes seem like “one step forward, two steps back.” You do all the right things like daily brushing and flossing, and keeping Read more
It's Best to Avoid This Online Trend for Your Enamel's Sake
posted: Feb 08, 2020.

The Internet is truly amazing: It takes only a few seconds to tap into a vast store of knowledge to find information that once took people hours or days. But Read more
Get a Handle on Stress-Related Tooth Grinding to Stop Tooth Damage
posted: Jan 29, 2020.

Modern life can be demanding. The body helps us rise to the occasion through responses we collectively call stress.But while stress can be a good thing, it can also overwhelm Read more
Your Age Doesn't Have to Keep You from a Straighter Smile
posted: Jan 19, 2020.

Bite problems are quite common—as many as 75% of adults may have some form of orthodontic issue. Unfortunately, there's also something else just as common: that many people believe they're Read more
4 Ways You Can Improve Your Smile in the New Year
posted: Jan 09, 2020.

Although we begin our New Year's resolutions with high hopes, many of them fall by the wayside by the end of January. It simply takes tremendous willpower to lose weight Read more
The Case for Moving Just a Few Teeth Orthodontically
posted: Dec 30, 2019.

We often associate orthodontics with moving several teeth on the upper or lower arches (or both) with braces or clear aligners. But not all patients require a major endeavor — Read more
Manage Your GERD Symptoms to Prevent Enamel Erosion
posted: Dec 20, 2019.

Most dental problems arise from tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. But they aren't the only source of danger to your teeth—gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) could be just as damaging Read more
Your Smile Can Be Your Passport to the World - Take Care of It With These Tips
posted: Dec 10, 2019.

Bonjour! Hola! Shalom! December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month, and learning to say “Hello” in different tongues is a good place to start. You could then move on Read more
A Child's Damaged Tooth may require a Different Approach than an Adult's
posted: Nov 30, 2019.

A traditional root canal procedure can be a “life-saver” for a decayed or injured tooth. But while it’s usually the best course for a damaged adult tooth, variations of the Read more
Why Bear a Chipped Tooth?
posted: Nov 20, 2019.

Having a chipped tooth certainly can make life more difficult. It not only keeps you from wanting to smile, but it may also make it harder to eat your favorite Read more
Getting a 'New Tooth in One Day' Will Depend on Your Bone Health
posted: Nov 10, 2019.

If you've thought the ads for a “new tooth in one day” seemed too good to be true, we have…sort of good news. You can get a new “tooth” in Read more
That Painful, Irritating Feeling Could be Burning Mouth Syndrome
posted: Oct 31, 2019.

For some time now you've noticed a painful, burning sensation in your mouth for no apparent reason. It doesn't matter what you eat or drink — or whether you eat Read more
Easing the Pain and Discomfort of Canker Sores
posted: Oct 21, 2019.

If you occasionally experience small sores in the softer tissues of your mouth, you may have aphthous ulcers or better known as canker sores. While rarely a health concern, they Read more
3 Reasons Why Your New Dentist Needs Your Treatment Records
posted: Oct 11, 2019.

Like other healthcare providers, your dentist keeps records of your ongoing care. These include not only their written notes but also x-ray imaging, frequency of visits and cleanings, and any Read more
3 Tips for Helping Your Kids Develop Great Tooth-Friendly Habits
posted: Oct 01, 2019.

Want to give your kids the best start possible for a lifetime of good dental health? The most important thing you can do is train them in effective brushing and Read more
You can Still have Implants with Diabetes - if you have it under Control
posted: Sep 21, 2019.

If you're one of the more than 26 million people in the U.S. with diabetes, you know first hand how the disease impacts your life. That includes your dental health Read more

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