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Regular dental check-ups are a crucial part of oral health maintenance. You should see your dentist twice a year for maintenance. But, for most people, finding the time in your schedule for an appointment tends to be the hardest part. Be sure to find the time though, as your oral health depends on it. 

Once you have your appointment, here is a list of things you should do before you go to see your Dentist. It is important that you have the necessary items for your appointment.

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Date night should be a fun experience, don’t let your braces hold you back from making the most of it! Fortunately, your braces don’t have to be a source of worry. Instead, you can focus on what to wear, where to go, and what to talk about. With a few simple tips you can flash your beautiful smile at your date as many times as you want without being worried about leftovers being hidden in your brackets. Read on for some advice from Dr. Dennis Flanagan at Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS.Read More

We all remember the excitement of losing teeth as a child. Losing teeth often isn’t the exciting part, but the visit from the Tooth Fairy is! Nowadays, there are a lot more things you can do beyond slipping some money under a pillow to create wonderful memories your child will never forget. Keep reading for some ways from Dr. Dennis Flanagan at Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS to make your child’s visit from the Tooth Fairy a lot more exciting!

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Flossing may not be everyone’s favorite, but it is IMPORTANT! Flossing is just as important as brushing your teeth to prevent gum disease, cavities, and bad breath. Flossing helps to eliminate the accumulation of harmful bacteria and plaque, which is a result of food particles that get trapped between the teeth and under the gum line. These are places that the toothbrush can’t always reach! Below are 3 secrets from Dr. Dennis Flanagan at Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS to make flossing simpler.Read More

The thought of chipping or cracking a tooth can be very scary. However, from time to time, things like that do happen. Fortunately, there are many treatment options to help fix a chipped or cracked tooth. The most important thing is to know what your treatment options are so that you can choose the best one for you. Read on for our best solutions on how to handle a chipped or cracked tooth and avoid dental distress from Dr. Dennis Flanagan at Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS.Read More

We all know that smiling is a crucial part of your health and happiness! Your oral health care team (dentist and orthodontist) are committed to keep your smile beautiful and shining bright! A beautiful smile can actually have positive impacts on your health beyond healthy teeth. Did you know there has actually been a proven link between the act of smiling and feeling happy? Below is some advice from Dr. Dennis Flanagan at Dennis J. Flanagan DDS MS about why smiling is important.

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