A recent CDC report provides the following data related to prevalence of periodontitis in the U.S.: 47.2% of individuals aged 30 years and older have some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease increases with age, 70.1% of men and women 65 years and older have periodontal disease. This condition is more prevalent in men than […]
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7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin coined this phrase as advice for fire safety. However, like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more characteristics of modern Montgomery life, particularly dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures. Some critical guidelines are […]
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Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the counsel to have dental check-ups and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels men and women to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary […]
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Relax in Comfort and Style at Endres Gateway Dentistry In Montgomery
On this blog post from Endres Gateway Dentistry in Montgomery OH, we want to talk about an often-overlooked feature in practices: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local furniture store? Dental chairs were designed especially for the comfort of patient and dental provider alike. At our practice, […]
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Reinvent Yourself With A Smile Makeover
A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover from Endres Gateway Dentistry in Montgomery OH can boost your self-confidence. Maybe you’ve got an upcoming job interview, or a new relationship. A brand-new smile can make all the difference! A smile makeover may include any of several cosmetic dentistry procedures, from teeth whitening to porcelain veneers. They can have […]
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Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
We are Endres Gateway Dentistry in Montgomery OH. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care were 56 […]
