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Dental emergencies can happen at any time and can lead to a chipped or broken tooth. Knowing how to respond when this happens can make all the difference when it comes to saving your tooth. At Oxford Dental, we understand that emergencies happen, which is why we offer...

Your child's first dental visit is an important milestone, filled with a lot of anticipation, questions, and for some, anxiety. Do you know what to expect? And how can you best prepare for it? Rest assured that with the right preparation, help from the dentist, and a...

Regular brushing is enough to keep your smile healthy, right?While proper brushing is crucial in maintaining the health of your teeth and gums, what about the food particles that lodge themselves between your teeth?Unfortunately, even the best toothbrushes cannot...

Having healthy gums is extremely important when it comes to your oral health.Healthy gums help support your teeth by protecting them from bacteria and plaque and, when they are not taken care of, can succumb to serious conditions such as periodontitis.While visiting...

While it is always important to visit your dentist for regular checkups, there are instances where you may need to have dental issues addressed right away.But how do you know if it’s an emergency? How long should you wait before you see your dentist?There are times...

Does the thought of a root canal make your knees buckle? Once upon a time, root canal procedures were seen as highly painful surgeries performed on infected teeth in order to save them. Nowadays, root canals are relatively...

Choosing the right toothbrush involves more than grabbing the first one that catches your attention at the drugstore or using the one that appears in your stocking every holiday season. In order to ensure that your teeth are being properly taken care of, you need to...

Many people experience tooth sensitivity and pain - but that doesn’t mean you have to live with the discomfort! While good oral hygiene is the best way to prevent tooth sensitivity, there are home remedies and professional dental...

The holiday season, which unofficially starts with Halloween and ends on New Year’s Day, is upon us once again with temptations to put inhibitions aside and to eat and drink to our hearts’ content. However, while reckless indulgence in sweet treats seems harmless –...

Oral healthcare problems and discomfort can be extremely irritating. Your mouth is used frequently for communication, eating and expression throughout your day. This means that any issues are quickly noticeable and can disrupt...

Brushing Your Teeth   Brushing should be done at least twice a day, and may be done after every meal. That being said, after eating or drinking anything acidic, it is important to wait at least an hour before brushing as to avoid damaging the teeth. Wet your...

Cosmetic dentistry has expanded over the past few years and now offers patients more options for perfecting their smile. If you are exploring your options, you may have stumbled across veneers and crowns, but how do you know...

It is not uncommon for people to be afraid of the dentist. Like most fears, worries about visiting the dentist are based on myths. It is helpful to be examined and treated by a dentist you trust who has an office in your locale, is sympathetic, and has experience...

Many people take their toothbrushes for granted. It is a fairly straightforward tool that plays an important role in keeping our teeth clean and our breath smelling fresh each and every day. For your toothbrush to do its job...

Choosing the right toothbrush involves more than grabbing the first one that catches your attention at the drugstore or using the one that appears in your stocking every holiday season. In order to ensure that your teeth are being properly taken care of, you need to...