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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…
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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…

At Smiles by Shields, we focus on your overall health through wellness dentistry. Your Jacksonville dentist Dr. Shields takes into account the often overlooked impact of hidden dental…

A professor of prosthodontic research at Louisiana State University has been awarded a $1.8 million grant by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases to support research…

A study out of Tufts University has reported that unknowingly, dentists have developed potential ways to prevent the eruption of third molars or “wisdom teeth” by using dental…

When root scaling and planing doesn’t do enough to treat receding gums, how can receding gums be treated further? One surgical options is gum grafting, which is designed…

Prevention is key for all wellness care, and this is particularly true for your oral health. Prevention is the key path for a lifetime of wellness and a…

Aging affects all aspects of physical health, but did you know that aging has a specific affect on the gumline? If you’ve noticed receding gums, you’ve seen oral…

Earlier this week, we covered the gum recession as a normal part of the aging smile. If you’ve noticed receding gums, the next question may be, “now what?…

The key components to oral health include biannual cleanings at the office, daily brushing, and flossing. But there are a few numbers to know to keep your teeth…

Want a straighter smile without all the unsightly metal? At Smiles by Shields, we offer Invisalign, one of the best options for correcting your smile discreetly. With carefully…