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We understand it may be tempting to skip regular dental exams if you lack insurance. But it’s not a good idea. When you skip exams, small issues can go unnoticed and turn into larger problems that will be costlier to fix. If you don’t have insurance, take advantage of our special offer for a $69 new patient exam. You will receive a ...

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. That’s why it’s so important to make sure you are taking care of it.. Habits like brushing and flossing are a good start, but you also want to make sure you are scheduling regular cleanings and exams. Watch this throwback video from the American Dental Association that talks about ...

Anyone who shares a bed with a sleep apnea sufferer knows that ‘silent nights’ only happen in that famous Christmas song of the same title. That’s because one of the most common symptoms of this disorder is loud snoring. But it’s worse than that. It’s persistent loud snoring, night after night, that can’t be helped by switching ...

Not to lose sight of the reason for the season, but we know that our culture traditionally focuses on three main features of this particular holiday - the family, the festivities, and the food! It’s all part of how we celebrate this time of year, and there’s nothing wrong with indulging in foods, drinks, and sweets that aren’t part of ...

While you’re busy focusing on making everyone else’s holiday wishes come true, you probably aren’t able to devote much time at all to your own needs or wants this season. So we want to take a moment to remind you that your happiness matters, too! Doing a little something for yourself this time of year is important so you can enjoy ...

No matter what you have planned for Black Friday, remember to devote at least one errand to your smile. That’s because it’s also National Flossing Day, and adding dental floss to your shopping list is an important step in building better dental health.  If you need restorative dental treatment to repair or replace damaged teeth, we ...

When you count your blessings at Thanksgiving, make sure that great oral health is one of them! Remember what it used to be like to eat a delicious holiday feast before life with unreliable, uncomfortable dentures. Recall how you used to smile for photos without worrying about your missing teeth. And remind yourself that you’re worth the ...

November is TMJ Awareness Month, so it’s time to do something about your chronic jaw pain, headaches, and painful chewing. After all, you shouldn’t have to deal with the many unpleasant symptoms that come with disorders of the jaw joint or suffer a dental disaster at Thanksgiving because of teeth grinding! Check out this infographic to ...

Do you know why gum disease is often referred to as a silent killer? It’s because this is the kind of infection that can sneak up on you, lurking in the shadows of your mouth without necessarily causing any noticeable symptoms at first. Your hygienist is trained to spot all signs of gum disease at your routine cleanings and exams, but in ...

Do you feel powerless to do anything about the problems you have with your teeth simply because you hate going to the dentist? If so, you’re one of the millions of other people who feel exactly the same way.  But there’s a secret to breaking the spell that dental fear has cast upon you, and you’ll find it at R.R. Williams, DDS in ...