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Help! My gums hurt when I floss!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 09, 2022
By no stretch is it rare for your gums to hurt during and after flossing. Even some bleeding is to be expected. This is especially true if you have not
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 02, 2022
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Best Tips to Make Your Teeth Look Whiter
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 26, 2022
Your teeth were once naturally white and bright. Wouldn't it be great to keep them that way all of your life? Unfortunately, everyday living can dim our smiles. Food, coffee,
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Baby Teeth and Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 19, 2022
We know how frustrating it can be to discover your child has one or more cavities when you come to visit Richard R. Marek, DDS. There are several ways to
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Surprising Ways to Prevent Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 12, 2022
There are numerous ways to prevent cavities. Some, like brushing your teeth regularly and visiting our Chicago, office, are more obvious than others. Beyond the standard methods of preventing
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Fun Facts for the Fourth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 28, 2022
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While
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Teeth Grinding
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 21, 2022
If you are waking up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial pain, you may be suffering from a condition known as bruxism. This means you could be grinding or
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Bright Ideas for Your Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 14, 2022
Keeping your smile its brightest can be a challenge! The foods you eat, healthy habits, unhealthy habits, and time itself can affect the color of your enamel. Luckily, there are
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Getting Ready for Summer Sports
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jun. 07, 2022
With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Richard R. Marek, DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our
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The Secret to Lifelong Teeth Whitening
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 31, 2022
Have you ever noticed your attention being instantly drawn to peoples’ teeth when they smile at you? Some people have dull and yellowing teeth, while others have teeth that appear
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Memorial Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 24, 2022
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as
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Steer clear of that candy!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 17, 2022
At Richard R. Marek, DDS, we know how tempting candy can sometimes be on our sweet tooth, but it’s important to remember that every candy and sugary treat you consume
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