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How Missing Teeth Can Affect Your Health
posted: May 17, 2022.

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are Read more
Natural Ways to Soothe a Toothache
posted: May 10, 2022.

Toothaches can come in many different forms, but no matter which, they’re always uncomfortable. the doctor and our team want you to know there are simple ways to cure this Read more
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 03, 2022.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
Overall Health Can Be Influenced By Oral Hygiene
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
What is a root canal?
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. the Read more
April is National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
When Snoring Becomes More Than Just Annoying
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

Snoring occurs when the tissues in the throat relax enough to block part of our airways, or physical conditions such as enlarged tonsils or a deviated septum prevent air from Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
Replace Missing Teeth With Dental Implants
posted: Mar. 16, 2022.

If you are missing a tooth you may be curious about what options you have when it comes to restoring your smile. Dental implants are in many ways the best Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
How Do I Know If I Need My Tooth Extracted?
posted: Mar. 09, 2022.

A tooth extraction could just end up benefitting your smile. Find out why. You might not realize it but sometimes getting a tooth extraction is a good thing for your health. Read more
Love your new smile? Tell us about it!
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

At Watson Dental Associates, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your entire life, we Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
Can Superfoods Create a Super Smile?
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

It’s a rare week that we don’t hear something about superfoods—those foods which will transform our diets and radically improve our health. Remember kale? All the kale? (But, more on Read more
Dental Insurance Benefits
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

Dental insurance can be a great addition to your health care plan, but the way benefits are calculated can also make it a confusing one. If you have dental insurance, Read more