Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards

December 20th, 2023

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to lessen the impact of a blow to the face. This reduces the chance that you might lose teeth or sustain other serious oral injuries. We…
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There’s an App for That!

December 13th, 2023

Kids today are more tech-savvy than ever before. Even young children use computers, tablets and smart phones to make learning about their world more accessible and more enjoyable. And with the enormous variety of apps geared to childhood education, it comes as no surprise that you can download an app to encourage your children to…
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Why Baby Teeth Matter

December 6th, 2023

Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance. Why? Well, certainly because your child is happier, but also because you know baby teeth, or primary teeth, are important for your child’s growth in…
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Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How

November 29th, 2023

First aid training is a must when you are a parent. You can put on a bandage with your eyes closed. Perhaps even apply butterfly tape to avoid stitches. What about a dental injury? Do you have a checklist in mind on what to do when a tooth is knocked out, broken, or displaced from…
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“My now teenager has been going to Dermody Dental since she was three years old. Dr. Rachelle, the hygienists, and the office staff have been phenomenal from our very first visit! Everyone is kind, knowledgeable, and seem to really care about my daughter & her dental hygiene. Thank you Dr. Rachelle & staff!” - Alicia