Brushing and flossing alone is not enough to give you those pearly whites you so desire. According to a WebMD article, Foods for Bright Teeth and a Healthier Smile, the secret to whiter teeth is a “tooth-friendly diet.” Several nutrients,… Read More
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Oral Care Tips: How to get the most out of your Visit with the Dentist
As a general rule of thumb, you should visit the dentist at least twice a year (every six months). But is this enough? What do you do when something happens in between your visits? How do you make the most… Read More
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We do Sedation Dentistry !
Are You a Candidate for Sedation Dentistry? If you have any of the following you may be someone who would benefit from sedation dentistry: Fear of dental treatment History of traumatic dental experiencesDifficulty getting numbVery sensitive gag reflex or difficulty… Read More
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How Do I Know if I Have a Cavity? FAQs answered by your Catonsville Dentist
A cavity occurs as the result of tooth decay, which is the destruction of the tooth structure because of plaque buildup. When foods containing carbohydrates are left on your teeth for an extended period of time, bacteria living in your… Read More
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Smoking and Oral Health: Could Tobacco be the cause of your Gum Disease?
Do you have constant bad breath (halitosis)? Are your teeth yellowed and discolored? Do you constantly battle plaque buildup and tartar? Do you have gum disease? Do you smoke? The fact is that tobacco and your smoking habit could be… Read More
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The Warning Signs of Gum Disease
What is Gum Disease? Also known as periodontal disease, gum disease exposes your teeth and their roots to bacteria, increasing the risk of tooth decay. Gum disease is also one of the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. What… Read More
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Preventing Receding Gums: Oral Care Tips from a Catonsville Dentist
Receding gums are a very common dental problem in which the gum tissue begins to wear away from the teeth, exposing more and more of the tooth…even the root. What’s worse is that when the gums begin to recede, this… Read More
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Treating & Managing your Chronic Dry Mouth: Tips from a Catonsville Dentist
While it may not seem like a big deal, chronic dry mouth can lead to several oral health problems, like halitosis (bad breathe) and even gum disease and tooth decay. This is because, believe it or not, your saliva plays… Read More
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Forget Braces; Leikin & Baylin Dental Care of Catonsville has Invisalign!
At Leikin & Baylin Dental Care of Catonsville, Maryland, we pride ourselves in the fact that we provide the highest quality comprehensive dental care around. As part of this commitment to dental excellence, we offer Invisalign®, the clear, comfortable alternative… Read More
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Baby Teeth and Oral Care: Dental Care Tips from your Catonsville Dentists
As a new parent, you probably have a ton of questions about your child’s health. But what many parents fail to realize is that good oral health starts at the sign of that first baby tooth. Baby teeth may be… Read More