Though Americans are encouraged from a young age to keep their pearly whites squeaky clean, our track record when it comes to understanding oral hygiene isn’t so spotless. A recently released survey from the American Dental Association (ADA), has revealed… Read More
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Instances of Cavities in Children are on the Rise :: Pediatric Dentistry
Despite being almost entirely preventable, cavities are the most common infectious disease among children. And, for the first time in 40 years, instances of cavities in children are the rise! Causes of Cavities Cavities are caused by bacteria that live… Read More
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Tomorrow's the Big Day: Our 5th Annual Patient Appreciation Day
Tomorrow, Friday, June 1st, Leikin and Baylin Dental Care of Catonsville will be hosting its 5th annual Patient Appreciation Day. There will be free hotdogs, drinks, snowballs, and even be a moon bounce, courtesy of KIDflatables. If you are not… Read More
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Are Energy Drinks and Sports Drinks bad for your Teeth? :: Oral Health
A study published in the General Dentistry journal found that energy drinks and sports drinks both damage tooth enamel and boost the risk of cavities. And, just so you know , damaged tooth enamel cannot be fixed. The sports drinks… Read More
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Hidden sugars can lead to cavities
Sugar is your teeth’s worst enemy. Most people think that by passing up candy, ice cream and even cake that you can avoid sugar. However, it’s foods that have “high fructose corn syrup” or hidden sugars found in seemingly harmless… Read More
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Patient Appreciation Day :: Drs. Leikin & Baylin :: Catonsville Dental Care
Our patients appreciate that we provide the highest quality comprehensive dental care. And we appreciate our patients. That’s why Leikin and Baylin Dental Care of Catonsville will be hosting its 5th annual Patient Appreciation Day on Friday, June 1st at… Read More
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Leikin & Baylin Dental Care: Pedodontics (Children’s Dentistry)
Proper dental care and regular trips to the dentist are both extremely important, especially for growing children. In fact, the American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to the dentist be right before their first birthday. This is… Read More
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Maryland Dental Care: The Benefits of Invisalign®
Braces can cause pain, discomfort, plaque buildup, tooth discoloration, tooth decay, and even injuries. But if you want straight, aligned teeth and a beautiful smile, you do not have any other choice, right? Wrong! Invisalign® invisible braces are the clear… Read More
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Dr. Leikin Honored as a Mort Diamond: You Make a Difference Award Winner
At last Friday’s inaugural Mort Diamond “You Make A Difference Award Banquet,” Dr. Edward Leikin, of Leikin & Baylin Dental Care in Catonsville, was honored as a recipient of The Mort Diamond: You Make a Difference Award for volunteerism. The… Read More
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Smile Club
Drs. Baylin and Johnson recently spoke to the Catonsville Chamber of Commerce about our Smile Club. The Smile Club is a wonderful program for our patients that do not have insurance. It provides two cleanings, exams and bitewing radiographs at… Read More