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How do I know if I need a root canal?
posted: Mar. 31, 2026.

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read more
Periodontal Health during Pregnancy
posted: Mar. 24, 2026.

Congratulations! Your pregnancy is a time of joy and excitement—and a time to take special care of yourself. You’ve discovered that pregnancy brings many physical changes, but it may still Read more
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Mar. 17, 2026.

You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer Read more
Road Trip!
posted: Mar. 10, 2026.

The bags are packed, the trunk is loaded, the route is programmed into your GPS, the playlist is set, and your destination awaits! Sometimes there’s just nothing more appealing than Read more
Flossing Fact or Flossing Fiction?
posted: Mar. 03, 2026.

Somewhere in a bathroom drawer or medicine cabinet, we all have one—that little plastic dental floss dispenser. And whether you use your floss every day (yay!), or have completely forgotten Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. the doctor and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children Read more
Flossing Fixes
posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more
February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more
Brushing Your Toddler’s Teeth
posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

At Cynthia Overholser, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process a lot Read more
Is sleep apnea linked to cancer? Studies say, ‘Yes’.
posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five Read more
I can't stop grinding my teeth! How can a dentist help?
posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

the doctor will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a Read more
Let’s Talk About Fluoride
posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

So much of parenting is a balancing act. Making sure your child has enough play time and enough nap time. Crafting meals that are both healthy and appealing. Making sure Read more
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

the doctor and our team at Cynthia Overholser believe everyone’s smile should be a something they can be proud of. Most of us aren’t born with naturally perfect teeth, though, Read more
Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is Read more