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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Many varieties of fillings are available at our Edwardsville, Illinois office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a mixture Read more
Should I fix my chipped tooth?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

It was a small fall! A miniscule piece of popcorn! A minor foul on the basketball court! But now there’s a chip in your otherwise perfect smile. Is a chipped Read more
How to Find Just the Right Toothbrush for You
posted: Jul. 12, 2021.

If you think there's not much difference between toothbrushes, a quick look on a retail oral care aisle might change your mind. About the only thing toothbrushes really have Read more
How to Find Just the Right Toothbrush for You
posted: Jul. 12, 2021.

If you think there's not much difference between toothbrushes, a quick look on a retail oral care aisle might change your mind. About the only thing toothbrushes really have Read more
Teeth Whitening For a Bright Summer
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

Summer brings sunshine and warm weather, and many of our patients begin thinking about brightening their smiles this time of year. A whiter smile is one just one visit away Read more
Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.

Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read more
Smokers Are More Susceptible to Harmful Gum Disease. Here's Why
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.

Along with tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease is a primary enemy of oral health. If not caught and treated, a gum infection could spread and eventually cause tooth loss. But Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
What is hyperdontia?
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

When a child is born, he or she will have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. But sometimes kids are born with additional teeth, and our team at Borden Read more
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read more
Double Duty
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your Read more
3 Tips to Make Mealtimes More Enjoyable With TMD
posted: Jun. 12, 2021.

Dinnertime is a great opportunity to enjoy not only your meal, but also the company of friends and family. But a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) can drain the pleasure Read more
3 Tips to Make Mealtimes More Enjoyable With TMD
posted: Jun. 12, 2021.

Dinnertime is a great opportunity to enjoy not only your meal, but also the company of friends and family. But a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) can drain the pleasure Read more
How Cheese and Other Dairy Contribute to Healthier Teeth and a More Photogenic Smile
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.

Here's a bit of magic: Hold your smart phone camera in front of someone and say, "Cheese!" More times than not, they'll break into a smile. No one knows Read more
How Cheese and Other Dairy Contribute to Healthier Teeth and a More Photogenic Smile
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.

Here's a bit of magic: Hold your smart phone camera in front of someone and say, "Cheese!" More times than not, they'll break into a smile. No one knows Read more