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You feel it, and you know instantly what it is. That intermittent tingling on your lip and the slight swelling. Another dreaded cold sore!! Only this time of year, getting a cold sore is a little worse.

When you get a sore inside your mouth…what is it? Well it could be one of a few things.

Attention all parents! It's that time of year again, Halloween candy donation is back at Emerson Dental Arts!! The idea is to limit the amount of sugar the kids consume, while also doing something good for the community.

October is National Dental Hygiene month (founded in 2009). This month is dedicated to promoting good oral health habits and recognizing all of the hard work Hygienists do.  We are honoring our Dental "Hygiene Queens," Kathy and Jenn!! 

What really makes a great smile? It generally boils down to these 3 common things...

Our response to the Netflix documentary: "Root Cause."

Graduation season is upon us! Here are some helpful tips to absolutely nail your next job interview.

Mike G. needed four crowns on his front teeth, but he was hesitant to do it.  See how his loving wife persuaded him to finally make the change.  This is his story….

See how an emergency visit to Emerson Dental Arts saved the day! This is Kristen’s story.

Cool Summer drinks that are not so great for your teeth and their alternatives

When should I start bringing my child to the dentist?

How to avoid heart disease: brush your teeth!

We talk about the 2 types of dental lasers.

From invisible braces to digital cavity finders, we discuss new technological advances in dentistry and how you can benefit.

How do I find a good dentist?

A lot of people ask me this question. They’ve seen their parents or friends with dentures and they do not want to go down that road. This is what I tell them:

Here is everything you need to know before whitening your teeth.

As a dental hygienist, I am constantly asked by my patients which toothpaste is the best. But my answer is always the same. It’s not the toothpaste you use, but how you brush that makes all the difference.

Find out some of the causes to tooth sensitivity and what it could mean for you.

Have you ever thought about replacing your old silver fillings? Here are some reasons why you should.

All about TMJ pain and how you can treat it.

Can you trust your dentist?

These are some of the most common questions I have heard from people in my 30+ years as a dentist.