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At Smiles by Shields, we love to share good news! And we’re happy to report that oral health isn’t always about what to avoid but also what to…
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At Smiles by Shields, we love to share good news! And we’re happy to report that oral health isn’t always about what to avoid but also what to…

What are the worst food items for your dental health? Those including sugar! When you drink and munch starchy or sugary foods, you’re not only feeding yourself, you’re…

At Smiles by Shields, we’re in the business of cavity prevention through proactive care. We also understand, however, that the occasional filling may be needed and that many…

At Smiles by Shields, we offer preventive care designed to keep your mouth at its optimal performance and to keep your total body health in balance. If you…

With the proliferation of “health” foods on the market, your Jacksonville dentist Dr. Tiffany Shields reminds you that “healthy” is a relative term. Foods marketed for weight reduction…

If you’re like most of us, your holiday calendar is already filling up with parties, events, and family gatherings. You know you want to look your best this…

If you’re overdue for your biannual cleaning, be sure to get back on track before the holidays with your Jacksonville, FL dentist at Dr. Shields! The new year…

Dr. Tiffany Shields knows that wellness dentistry is a cost-saving expenditure. It turns out that investing in your smile can reduce your total health care costs! People with…

Happy Thanksgiving from the team at Smiles by Shields! We want to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to our patient family for helping us bring our…

Parents are always weighing the pros and cons of candy exposure for their children. Of course you want your children to enjoy the holiday, but at what cost…

We know this time of year ushers in more candy and more bacteria-feeding sugar than many of us normally allow in our diet. If you’ve been trained to…

We want to remind you that the best time to call Dr. Shields is before you need her! If your mouth is feeling great and you’ve got no…