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  • What is an Impacted Tooth?
    You may have heard this term the first time you or a friend got your wisdom teeth. That makes sense, as wisdom teeth are the teeth most often impacted in Read more
  • Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?
    Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them? It’s the Read more
  • Dentist Friendly - Sugar Free - Hot Cocoa Recipe
    Dentist Friendly - Sugar Free - Hot Cocoa Recipe 1 cup powdered erythritol (not granular)½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-processed or regular)½ teaspoon salt¼ cup heavy cream powder or coconut milk Read more
  • The Holiday Oral Health Survival Guide You’ve Been Waiting For
    The Holiday Oral Health Survival Guide You’ve Been Waiting For The holiday season is officially here—full of celebrations, family gatherings, and plenty of delicious treats. While this time of year brings Read more
  • Holiday Gift Ideas for Healthy Holiday Smiles
    Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read more
  • Tips for a Tooth-Friendly Thanksgiving
    Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! Here are some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking and feeling its best. #1 Good Dental Hygiene Doesn’t Read more
  • What exactly is periodontal disease?
    Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Frederick Dental Group wants you to know that this common ailment can be Read more
  • The Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
    Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable Read more
  • Tips for Cold and Flu Season
    It’s peak cold and flu season, a time to be especially conscious about your health. We have some suggestions to help you navigate this contagious time of year, with bonus Read more
  • Let’s Make Halloween Treats Less Tricky!
    If the scariest part of Halloween in Frederick, Maryland is trying to figure out which treats are braces-friendly and which treats are braces-frightful, we have a fiendishly simple suggestion to Read more
  • Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
    Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more
  • Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
    Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong.  In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more
  • October Is Orthodontic Health Month!
    October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Frederick, Maryland, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment Read more
  • Why Do We Say That Implants Function Like Natural Teeth?
    One of the most appealing reasons to choose dental implants over options such as bridges, partial dentures, and complete dentures is the fact that they function like natural teeth.  Unlike bridges Read more
  • Dental Adulting
    Now that you’re entering the working world, or heading off to college, or pursuing any of the many adventures awaiting you in adult life, you’re ready to take on more Read more
  • Tooth-Colored Fillings
    Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where Read more

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