Double rows of teeth?
Most parents imagine their child’s first adult teeth coming in with the following storyline: child has a loose tooth loose tooth falls out toothless gap remains tooth fairy…
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Can we prevent wisdom tooth growth?
Read article: Can we prevent wisdom tooth growth?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…
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Research funds seek link between pathogens and intra-abdominal infections
Read article: Research funds seek link between pathogens and intra-abdominal infectionsA 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…
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Preventing periodontal disease
Read article: Preventing periodontal diseasePrevention 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…
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Gum grafting
Read article: Gum graftingWhen 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…
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Treatments for gum recession
Read article: Treatments for gum recessionEarlier 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?…
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Aging and your smile
Read article: Aging and your smileAging 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…
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Invisalign available at Smiles by Shields!
Read article: Invisalign available at Smiles by Shields!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…
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Why are 2 and 45 such important numbers for oral health?
Read article: Why are 2 and 45 such important numbers for oral health?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…
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The best diet for optimal oral health
Read article: The best diet for optimal oral healthYour Jacksonville, FL dentist Dr. Shields and her team want to support you in your quest for a happy and healthy smile. We offer cleanings, exams, whitening treatments,…
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Supporting a healthy smile through the lunch hour
Read article: Supporting a healthy smile through the lunch hourWith everyone back to school and back to work, it’s important to keep in mind the ways you can support a healthy smile throughout the day. Daily nutrition…
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Learn more about professional, long-lasting teeth whitening
Read article: Learn more about professional, long-lasting teeth whiteningAt Smiles by Shields, we’re your Jacksonville dentist to help you achieve and maintain beautiful, healthy teeth. If you are looking for safe teeth whitening in Jacksonville, FL,…
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