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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Fun Facts for the Fourth
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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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Post Oral Surgery: Signs of Infection
updated: May 10, 2022
Oral surgery can be intimidating, especially if you show any signs of an infection afterwards. the doctor and our team want you to be informed about what to watch for
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
updated: May 03, 2022
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for
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Is periodontal disease contagious?
updated: Apr. 26, 2022
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is
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Make Every Day Earth Day
updated: Apr. 19, 2022
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring
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Wisdom Teeth Emergencies: Causes and treatment
updated: Apr. 12, 2022
When you think of a dental emergency, you may picture teeth that have fallen out or severe tooth pain. But it is not uncommon for wisdom teeth to develop conditions
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April is National Facial Protection Month
updated: Apr. 05, 2022
The Importance of Facial Protection
Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports
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How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Waking Life
updated: Mar. 29, 2022
We all know that sleep apnea causes many a difficult night. Noisy snoring, gasping for breath, and waking up dozens of times a sleep cycle are the unhappy consequences of
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I don't brush while I'm at work. Should I?
updated: Mar. 22, 2022
Yes, absolutely. A recent survey by Oral-B® reveals that despite knowing that a healthy, good-looking smile affects not only their personal wellness but their professional image as well, very few
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
updated: Mar. 15, 2022
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us
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