What to do if you have a Dental Emergency on Vacation

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Trips out of town are not just for the summertime any more. More and more people are vacationing during the fall, with one survey indicating that 93% of American travelers were planning a trip. Vacations

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5 Steps to Help you Adjust to your New Dentures

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Dentures can restore function and aesthetics to people’s smiles, helping them feel more confident during an otherwise daunting transition. Learning to eat and speak with new dentures can be a challenge that requires time and

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Can Toothaches Cause Ear Pain Too?

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Pain in the gums is the most unexpected and unpleasant companion that may spoil even the best day. Toothaches can be extremely painful but can range from a mild ache to a consistent throbbing. That

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5 Questions you Should Ask at your Next Dental Checkup

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Getting a dental checkup every six months is a key component of a good oral health routine. These appointments twice a year also provide you with an ideal opportunity to ask your dentist any questions

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Why is My Tooth Sensitive, and What Should I Do About It?

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI A tooth that is sensitive isn’t shy about letting us know it’s sensitive. In fact, it lets us know in a pretty loud, zippy way when we sip on a hot, cold or sweet beverage

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When is a Dental Crown the Best Treatment Option?

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI At Hartrick Dentistry, we strive to prevent tooth loss whenever possible. We can protect a permanent tooth by installing a dental crown, saving teeth even if they have sustained serious damage. Once in place, a

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Onboarding Intraoral Scanners and the Digital Workflow in Your Practice

Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Dr. Nancy Hartrick is a distinguished dentist serving the communities of Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI. She has been helping patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles for over 30 years. Apart from providing top-quality dental

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Banish Bad Breath

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI The idea of bad breath, also referred to as breath odor or halitosis, is enough to cause social anxiety. Many people are concerned about their breath, and as many as 30% of the population should

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How Long Does it Take to Recover from Wisdom Teeth Removal?

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Wisdom teeth removal is common among young adults. Usually, dentists recommend removing impacted wisdom teeth between the ages of 18 and 24 because most individuals do not have enough room for these teeth to erupt.

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4 Signs you Need a Dental Filling

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Royal Oak and Birmingham, MI Occasionally, teeth get small holes in them. Usually, it’s because of an abundance of lactic acid in the mouth. Lactic acid is produced by the bacteria Streptococcus mutans, which naturally occurs in the mouth and

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