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  • Excel Family Dental - 6 Month Smiles® - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Now, more than ever, patients are concerned about issues beyond the health of their teeth; namely, they’re troubled about the aesthetic appearance of their smiles. While metal braces seem unpleasant and alternatives are expensive, 6 Month Smiles® is the innovative orthodontic solution that ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Baby Bottle Tooth Decay - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Maintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the meantime. Baby teeth aid enunciation and speech production, help the child to chew food correctly, maintain space in the ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Baby Bottle Tooth Decay - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Maintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the meantime. Baby teeth aid enunciation and speech production, help the child to chew food correctly, maintain space in the ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Care for Your Child's Teeth - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Pediatric oral care has two main components: preventative care at the pediatric dentist’s office and preventative care at home. Though infant and toddler caries (cavities) and tooth decay have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, a good dental strategy will eradicate the risk of ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Composite Fillings - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 22, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A composite (tooth colored) filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling. There are many types of filling materials available, each with their own ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Cracked Tooth - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 09, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Cracked and fractured teeth are common dental problems. As people retain their natural teeth longer (due to advances in dental technology), the likelihood of cracked teeth increases. There are many reasons why teeth may crack, for example, biting on hard objects, trauma, grinding and clenching ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Cracked Tooth - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Dec 10, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Cracked and fractured teeth are common dental problems. As people retain their natural teeth longer (due to advances in dental technology), the likelihood of cracked teeth increases. There are many reasons why teeth may crack, for example, biting on hard objects, trauma, grinding and clenching ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dental Exams and Cleanings - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Dental Exam A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will include the following: Examination of diagnostic x-rays (radiographs): Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dental Exams and Cleanings - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Dental Exam A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will include the following: Examination of diagnostic x-rays (radiographs): Essential for detection of decay, tumors, cysts, and ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dental Implants - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures. Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances. Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dental X-Rays - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 26, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Dental radiographs (x-rays) are essential, preventative, diagnostic tools that provide valuable information not visible during a regular dental exam. Dentists and dental hygienists use this information to safely and accurately detect hidden dental abnormalities and complete an accurate ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dentures & Partial Dentures - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 24, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A denture is a removable dental appliance replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissue. They are made to closely resemble your natural teeth and may even enhance your smile. There are two types of dentures - complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all of the ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Dentures and Partial Dentures - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 25, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A denture is a removable dental appliance replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissue. They are made to closely resemble your natural teeth and may even enhance your smile. There are two types of dentures - complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all of the ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Fluoride - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Fluorine, a natural element in the fluoride compound, has proven to be effective in minimizing childhood cavities and tooth decay. Fluoride is a key ingredient in many popular brands of toothpaste, oral gel, and mouthwash, and can also be found in most community water supplies. Though fluoride ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Good Diet - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 20, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A child’s general level of health often dictates his or her oral health, and vice versa. Therefore, supplying children with a well-balanced diet is more likely to lead to healthier teeth and gums. A good diet provides the child with the many different nutrients he or she needs to grow. These ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Home Care - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime is our ultimate goal when treating patients. Your personal home care plays an important role in achieving that goal. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of snacks you eat, and correctly using the various ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Home Care - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime is our ultimate goal when treating patients. Your personal home care plays an important role in achieving that goal. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of snacks you eat, and correctly using the various ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Home Care - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 31, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime is our ultimate goal when treating patients. Your personal home care plays an important role in achieving that goal. Your personal home care starts by eating balanced meals, reducing the number of snacks you eat, and correctly using the various ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - How to Prevent Cavities - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Childhood cavities, also known as childhood tooth decay and childhood caries, are common in children all over the world. There are two main causes of cavities: poor dental hygiene and sugary diets. Cavities can be incredibly painful, often leading to tooth decay and childhood periodontitis ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - How to Properly Brush & Floss - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 05, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Brushing and flossing are of paramount importance to oral hygiene. Though bi-annual professional dental cleanings remove plaque, tartar and debris, excellent homecare methods are equally valuable. Proper brushing and flossing can enhance the health of the mouth, make the smile sparkle and ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Invisalign - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 09, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    One of the primary concerns people often have about dental braces is the aesthetic impact of the metalwork on their smile. Especially for adults, the prospect of wearing unattractive metal braces for long periods of time can be very discouraging. Invisalign® offers an almost invisible aligning ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Mouth - Body Connection - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Research studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and respiratory disease. Periodontal disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gum tissue, periodontal ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Mouth - Body Connection - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 28, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Research studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and respiratory disease. Periodontal disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gum tissue, periodontal ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Mouth - Body Connection - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 28, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Research studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and respiratory disease. Periodontal disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gum tissue, periodontal ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Oral Cancer Exam - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 29, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    According to research conducted by the American Cancer society, more than 30,000 cases of oral cancer are diagnosed each year. More than 7,000 of these cases result in the death of the patient. The good news is that oral cancer can easily be diagnosed with an annual oral cancer exam, and ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - ORTHODONTICS - Care Following Orthodontics - Retainers - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 22, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    When braces are finally removed, the “retention” phase begins for most individuals. The objective of this phase is to ensure the teeth do not regress back to their previous position. A retainer will be used to maintain the improved position of the teeth. A retainer is a fixed or removable ...
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  • Excel Family dental - Perinatal and Infant Oral Health - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Pregnancy is an exciting time. It is also a crucially important time for the unborn child’s oral and overall health. The “perinatal” period begins approximately 20-28 weeks into the pregnancy, and ends 1-4 weeks after the infant is born. With so much to do to prepare for the new arrival, a ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Diabetes - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    It is well documented that people who suffer from diabetes are more susceptible to developing infections than non-diabetes sufferers. It is not widely known that t periodontal disease is often considered the sixth complication of diabetes; particularly when the diabetes is not under proper ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Osteoporosis - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease is characterized by a progressive loss of supportive gingival tissue in the gums and jawbone. It is the number one cause of tooth loss among adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when toxins found in oral plaque inflame and irritate the soft tissues ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Osteoporosis - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Dec 05, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease is characterized by a progressive loss of supportive gingival tissue in the gums and jawbone. It is the number one cause of tooth loss among adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when toxins found in oral plaque inflame and irritate the soft tissues ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Pregnancy - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 05, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Researchers have shown that periodontal disease in expectant mothers actually exposes their unborn child to many different risks; particularly if they also happen to be diabetes sufferers. Periodontal disease generally begins with a bacterial infection in the gum (gingival) tissue, which ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Pregnancy - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Dec 01, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Researchers have shown that periodontal disease in expectant mothers actually exposes their unborn child to many different risks; particularly if they also happen to be diabetes sufferers. Periodontal disease generally begins with a bacterial infection in the gum (gingival) tissue, which ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Respiratory Disease - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Dec 09, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease (also called periodontitis and gum disease) has been linked to respiratory disease through recent research studies. Researchers have concluded that periodontal disease can worsen conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and may actually play a causal ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease, heart disease and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum disease sufferers are nearly twice as likely to also suffer from coronary heart disease. In addition, research studies have discovered that oral infection is indeed a risk ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease, heart disease and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum disease sufferers are nearly twice as likely to also suffer from coronary heart disease. In addition, research studies have discovered that oral infection is indeed a risk ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Crowns - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. A crown protects and strengthens tooth structure that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations. Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Crowns (Caps) - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 13, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Although there are several types of crowns, porcelain (tooth colored crown) are the most popular, because they resemble your natural teeth. They are highly durable and will last many years, but like most dental restorations, they may eventually need to be replaced. Porcelain crowns are made to ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Fixed Bridges - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance and is an excellent way to replace missing teeth. There are several types of bridges. You and your dentist will discuss the best options for your particular case. The “traditional bridge” is the most popular type and is usually made of ...
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  • Excel fAmily Dental - Porcelain fixed Bridges - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    A dental bridge is a fixed (non-removable) appliance and is an excellent way to replace missing teeth. There are several types of bridges. You and your dentist will discuss the best options for your particular case. The “traditional bridge” is the most popular type and is usually made of ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Inlays - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 08, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    An inlay restoration is a custom made filling made of composite material, gold, or tooth-colored porcelain. Porcelain inlays are popular because they resemble your natural tooth. A porcelain inlay is made by a professional dental laboratory and is permanently cemented into the tooth by your ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Onlays - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    An onlay restoration is a custom made filling made of composite material, gold, or tooth-colored porcelain. Porcelain onlays are popular because they resemble your natural tooth. An onlay is sometimes also referred to as a partial crown. Porcelain onlays are made by a professional dental ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Veneers - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 21, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Veneers are very thin pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that are custom made (for shape and color) by a professional dental laboratory. They are bonded onto the front of teeth to create a beautiful and attractive smile. Veneers can completely reshape your teeth and smile. They can ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Porcelain Veneers - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 16, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Veneers are very thin pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that are custom made (for shape and color) by a professional dental laboratory. They are bonded onto the front of teeth to create a beautiful and attractive smile. Veneers can completely reshape your teeth and smile. They can ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Root Canal Retreatment - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 11, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Root Canal Retreatment In rare cases, root canal therapy fails to work as expected. The treated tooth might not heal properly or a patient might experience post-surgical complications that jeopardize the tooth. Root canal retreatment involves the removal of the previous crown and packing ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Root Canal Therapy - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Root canal therapy is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. In order to save the tooth, the pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth), nerves, bacteria, and any decay are removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated, dental materials, which ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Sealing Out Tooth Decay - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Tooth decay has become increasingly prevalent in preschoolers. Not only is tooth decay unpleasant and painful, it can also lead to more serious problems like premature tooth loss and childhood periodontal disease. Dental sealants are an important tool in preventing childhood caries ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Signs & Symptoms of Periodontal Disease - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss amongst adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when the toxins found in plaque begin to irritate or inflame the gingiva (gum tissue). The ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Signs & Symptoms of Periodontal Disease - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 27, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss amongst adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when the toxins found in plaque begin to irritate or inflame the gingiva (gum tissue). The ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Tooth Whitening - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Aug 21, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Tooth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile. Because having whiter teeth has now become the number one aesthetic concern of most patients, there are a number ...
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  • Excel Family Dental - Tooth Whitening - by Heidi Huang
    Submitted on Nov 17, 2017 from Shea Antisoda Mejia
    Tooth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile. Because having whiter teeth has now become the number one aesthetic concern of most patients, there are a number ...
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