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Posted March 27, 2024 / Blog, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Keys to Successful Dental Visits for Kids

There are very few people in the world who would choose to go to the dentist as their favorite thing to do, and kids are no exception. Here are a few tips to help ensure a more successful dental visit for your child: Encourage age-appropriate daily oral hygiene routines at home. The best checkups are… (Read More)

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Posted March 13, 2024 / Blog, Dental Health, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

A Dental First Aid Kit for Kids

Most homes have a standard first-aid kit—and with the demanding schedules of the average American family today, it’s smart to keep one in your vehicle, too. Whether at home or away from home, active kids like to run, play, climb, and jump off things—and sometimes emergency dental injuries follow. Whalen Dentistry thinks it’s a great… (Read More)

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Posted February 13, 2024 / Blog, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Oral Piercings: Not Cool for Teeth

Remember that guy with the lip ring you had a crush on in high school? I wonder how his teeth are doing now. Don’t get us wrong—at Whalen Dentistry, we’re all about the freedom of self-expression, and if body modifications like tattoos and piercings are your thing, we support you. However, as your dental health… (Read More)

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Posted October 27, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Baby Bottles & Water: It’s Complicated

Whalen Dentistry wants to tackle the issue of babies and water intake in today’s blog. Of course, water is the healthiest beverage available for kids and adults, particularly when it comes to oral hygiene, but in babies less than six months of age, water is a no-no.   Until babies are six months old, they have… (Read More)

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Posted October 17, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Move Over, Mono: Another Kissing Disease?

If you’ve heard about (or experienced) mononucleosis, often shortened to “mono” or “the kissing disease”, you might think it can’t be compared to gum disease in any way. However, there is one trait these infections have in common. According to pathologists, mono is caused primarily by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and it’s definitely something you’ll… (Read More)

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Posted September 28, 2023 / Blog, Dental Health, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Do You Have an Abscessed Tooth?

No one wants to think about the words “abscessed tooth” applying to their own mouth but to paraphrase Sun Tzu, it’s a good idea to know your enemy. Causes of an abscessed tooth include: Tooth decay Gum disease A cracked tooth When a tooth is compromised by one or more of these conditions, bacteria may… (Read More)

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Posted September 15, 2023 / Blog, Dental Health, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Prevention vs. Treatment of Oral Health

The World Health Organization defines health as “A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Sadly, in our fast-paced culture, many of us settle for less-than-healthy or even truly sick conditions every day. We allow ourselves to be tired, achy, stressed, and in pain more… (Read More)

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Posted August 27, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
Ryan Whalen

Take it Easy After Tooth Extraction

At Whalen Dentistry, we’re here to help you as you teach your little ones how to care for their growing and changing smiles. Sometimes our combined efforts will prevent them from needing dental treatment beyond cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants, but other times we might recommend extraction to get them back on track for better… (Read More)

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