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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder Read more
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read more
How do I know when I have a cavity?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Cynthia Overholser frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss regularly, as Read more
Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

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 Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.

At Cynthia Overholser, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of Read more
What to do about Dry Mouth
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more
Thumb Sucking
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.

Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
Ask Us about These Dental Treatments
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

There are a few dental treatments that the doctor and our team recommend for all patients to get if they wish to protect their oral health. Sometimes it’s hard for Read more
The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Cynthia Overholser, we proudly screen our patients for oral cancer. The Read more
Is Coffee Damaging Your Smile?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people have a cup, or two, or even three a day. It’s common to drink it in the Read more
Understanding Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put Read more
Finding the Right Dental Products for Your Child
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

the doctor and our team know how overwhelming it can be to pick the right dental products for your children. When you visit the dental aisle at the grocery store, Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more