Dr. Molly Rodgers Dental Blog

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Types of Cosmetic Dental Procedures & Its Benefits – Our Guide

Mar 2, 2020

Cosmetic dentistry procedures have been on the rise in recent years, with many people looking for ways to enhance their smiles. Unlike general dentistry that focuses more on the treatment and prevention of oral complications, cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving your smile, including the overall appearance of your teeth. Even though most of the procedures…

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A Mom’s Guide for Kids’ Dental Milestones – What to Know

Feb 17, 2020

Time will fly, especially fast when your children are growing up. At one point, your child will start growing their baby teeth, and before you know it, they may already need braces to help with their dental care. During the child’s formative years, it’s expected that their teeth will go through different milestones. As you…

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Our Guide to Wisdom Teeth – How They Develop & Impact Oral Health

Feb 3, 2020

Between the age of 17-21, or as many would call it the age of wisdom, the third set of molars will begin to grow in your mouth. Commonly known as wisdom teeth, they grow on top and the bottom at the back of your mouth.  Wisdom teeth are flatter compared to the other adult teeth…

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4 Benefits of Cosmetic Dental Care – What to Know

Jan 13, 2020

If you feel like hiding your smile due to bad teeth and painful gums, cosmetic dental care may be what you need to get the sparkle back in your teeth.  Cosmetic dentistry is a field that aims to extract pain and provide relief to patients suffering from mild to severe dental problems. Additionally, the various…

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A Quick Guide to Dental Trauma – What to Know

Jan 6, 2020

Dental trauma: whether you’ve experienced it, heard of horror stories about it, or are just generally curious about the condition itself, there’s no denying that it can be one of the most terrifying dental conditions to go through. The problem with dental trauma, however, goes far beyond the effects and symptoms themselves. As a matter…

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Practical Steps in Dealing with a Broken Tooth – Our Guide

Dec 30, 2019

Taking good care of your complete set of teeth is essential to keep its appeal for as long as possible. As much as you want to take care of them, however, chances are that they get chipped, cracked, or broken over time. Know that there are many ways that your teeth can get damaged, depending…

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How to Clean Different Types of Retainers – Our Guide

Dec 23, 2019

If you are new to wearing retainers, you might be wondering how to care for it. People with a retainer, regardless of what type, should clean them regularly using a soft-bristled brush. A more comprehensive cleaning must be done at least once a week. Signs that your retainer needs to be cleaned include its cloudy…

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5 Reasons a Tooth Extraction Treatment is Necessary – What to Know

Dec 2, 2019

Dentists provide several treatment options for their patients. Some standard procedures include bonding, root canals, and veneers. Among the treatments, tooth extraction is the last option since the goal of every dentist is to keep your teeth as intact as possible. However, there are some cases when tooth extraction becomes necessary.  A skillful dentist will…

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5 Reasons to Undergo Professional Teeth Cleaning – What to Know

Nov 24, 2019

Regular teeth cleaning are a must. Not only will this keep your teeth clean, but it will also maintain your oral health and prevent dental issues from arising. For the most part, teeth cleaning entails brushing, flossing and rinsing your teeth with mouthwash daily.  Some people think that these basic steps for teeth cleaning will…

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All You Need to Know About Oral Surgery Recovery – Our Guide

Nov 18, 2019

Getting oral surgery is one thing, and dealing with dental recovery is another. Oral surgery entails any surgical procedure in or around your mouth or jaw that is performed by a dental specialist. Common surgeries for teeth and jaw include impacted wisdom teeth, gum graft, tooth implants, maxillofacial surgery, root canal, and jaw and teeth…

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