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Three Surprising Causes of Bad Breath
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.

Rumor has it that the Queen of England doesn’t allow garlic in the palace. And, even if you have no royal duties in the near future, it might be a Read more
Socket Preservation
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.

Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant Read more
Sunbeams and Beaming Smiles
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for Read more
What is hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.

Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and, Read more
Oral Health for the Young Adult
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.

Young adults often have the reputation of not taking good care of themselves. You may feel invincible, and not realize how much your behaviors now can affect your health later Read more
Oral Health Problems: An indicator of overall health problems?
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.

If you are like many people, you might think of your oral health as separate from your overall health. After all, most dental coverage plans are distinct from health care Read more
How Tooth-Colored Fillings Improve Your Smile
posted: Jul. 08, 2025.

Today’s crowns, veneers, and tooth colored fillings are very natural looking compared to early counterparts. There was a time when dentists placed silver fillings exclusively. This material is still used, Read more
Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
posted: Jul. 01, 2025.

As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read more
Your Hard-Working Teeth
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.

Healthy teeth make you happy to share your smile with the world. But there’s more to your smile than its beauty! There’s a lot of hard work going on, as Read more
A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jun. 17, 2025.

There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read more
Healthy Digestion Begins with Healthy Teeth
posted: Jun. 10, 2025.

You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your oral health depends on it. Without the necessary proteins, vitamins, and minerals in your diet, your teeth and gums will Read more
Getting Ready for Summer Sports
posted: Jun. 03, 2025.

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Cynthia Overholser will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our patients are Read more
What is a water pick and do I need one?
posted: May 27, 2025.

Water picks, sometimes called “oral irrigators,” make an excellent addition to your regular home care regimen of brushing and flossing. Especially helpful to those who suffer from periodontal disease and Read more
Teeth Grinding
posted: May 20, 2025.

It might seem like you’ve gotten a great night’s sleep—but why aren’t you well rested? Worse, why are you waking up with: A headache Ringing in your ears or an earache Pain in Read more
The Root of the Matter
posted: May 13, 2025.

A strong, healthy smile is built on a strong, healthy foundation. Let’s take a moment to explore just what creates that foundation—your roots. The Root of the Matter The visible part of Read more
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 06, 2025.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Cynthia Overholser. Everyone wants a glowing Read more