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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
Capturing the Moment
At Amelia Island Dental we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little
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A Prescription for Oral Health
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
You and your dentist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended,
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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What is a water pick and do I need one?
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and
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What type of toothpaste is right for you?
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of
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Avoid the Emergency Room for Dental Problems
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify.
However, when it
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Canker Sores and Stress
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually
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Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to
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Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on
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What to do about Dry Mouth
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of
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Headaches, TMJ, and Dentistry
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
That ache in your head may stem from your jaw. If your jaw falls out of alignment, you could have temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD.
It's not clear what causes TMD.
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Tips for Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Over time, everyone’s teeth can naturally become dull, due to aging and consumption of staining foods such as chocolate and coffee. The good news is that teeth-whitening treatments can help
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Oral Health Problems: An indicator of overall health problems?
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
If you are like many people, you might think of your oral health as separate from your overall health. After all, most dental coverage plans are distinct from health care
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Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 22, 2022.
At Amelia Island Dental, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Fernandina Beach, Florida
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