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Headaches: The Dental Connection
posted: Oct. 22, 2024.
Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might Read more -
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Oct. 15, 2024.
As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more -
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Oct. 08, 2024.
You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer Read more -
Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?
posted: Oct. 01, 2024.
Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should Read more -
Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?
posted: Sep. 24, 2024.
The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more -
How many times a day should I floss?
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.
Flossing is one of the most important parts of your oral care routine. Many patients know they need to do it but find it difficult to fit into their busy Read more -
Adults Can Get Cavities Too
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.
Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s just as important for adults Read more -
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.
The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more -
Why Professional Cleanings are Important
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.
Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Rockville, Maryland office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association recommends Read more -
How to Choose the Best Mouthwash
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.
As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three Read more -
How do I clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.
Creating good dental hygiene habits early in your child’s life is essential to the health of his or her teeth, even when your infant doesn’t have any. By starting now, Read more -
Dental Anxiety
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.
If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Mehr Tucker, DDS, LLC might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever Read more -
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.
At Mehr Tucker, DDS, LLC, we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part Read more -
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
You have probably counted a hundred reasons to stop smoking. It’s unhealthy. It’s expensive. It annoys the people around you. You have to schedule your day around the next cigarette. Read more -
Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Mehr Tucker, DDS, LLC these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much Read more -
Improve your oral health with xylitol!
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables; Read more