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Should I have TMD treated? Why?

June 13th, 2018

TMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If you have TMD, you may have noticed a clicking noise when you chew, speak, or yawn; you may even experience pain and discomfort during these…
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Why is replacing missing teeth important?

June 6th, 2018

When we talk about teeth, every single one of yours counts. Whether you’ve lost a tooth due to injury or poor oral hygiene, it’s worth seeing Dr. Lisa Murray to evaluate all your replacement options. If you don’t, you could suffer negative effects to your teeth, gums, jawbones, appearance, and self-esteem. Depending on how many…
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Germs living on my toothbrush? Say it ain???t so!

May 30th, 2018

You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of your toothbrush, including streptococci, staphylococci, Herpes Simplex I, and the Influenza virus. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria, Dr. Lisa Murray and our team…
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What is Nitrous Oxide?

May 23rd, 2018

Many patients experience anxiety during dental appointments. Dr. Lisa Murray and our team want to help you overcome any fear you may feel when you come to your regular visits. If you know you suffer from anxiety during your dental checkups, nitrous oxide sedation, popularly known as “laughing gas,” may be helpful during your next…
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