Is gingivitis preventable?
- posted: May 28, 2024
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss, Read More
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
- posted: May 21, 2024
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read More
Five Common Reasons for Emergency Care Visits
- posted: May 14, 2024
A dental emergency can strike anywhere, anytime, and without warning. Perhaps you’re playing a game of touch football on Thanksgiving and your brother-in-law decides to up the ante and tackles Read More
The Best DH in Baseball
- posted: May 07, 2024
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read More
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
- posted: Apr. 30, 2024
At DiPiero Family Dental, 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
A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
- posted: Apr. 23, 2024
There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read More
Make Every Day Earth Day
- posted: Apr. 16, 2024
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read More
I haven’t been to the dentist in years; what should I expect?
- posted: Apr. 09, 2024
Time flies when we are not at the dentist! Before you know it, years may have gone by. Let’s take a moment to explain what takes place when a patient Read More
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
- posted: Apr. 02, 2024
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read More
Suffer from tooth discoloration? Don’t panic!
- posted: Mar. 26, 2024
Like many other parts of the human body, teeth age. You may look at old photos and realize your smile was significantly brighter in the past than it is now. Read More
Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
- posted: Mar. 19, 2024
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read More
St. Patrick's Day
- posted: Mar. 12, 2024
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read More
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
- posted: Mar. 05, 2024
At DiPiero Family Dental, LLC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. Read More
Women's Hormones and Oral Health
- posted: Feb. 27, 2024
At DiPiero Family Dental, LLC, we know that hormones affect a woman's mood, but did you know they can also impact the health of a woman’s mouth? Women are susceptible Read More
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
- posted: Feb. 13, 2024
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read More
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
- posted: Feb. 06, 2024
At DiPiero Family Dental, LLC, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after Read More