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At Hamburg Family Dental, we know that knowledge is power, and we’re here to educate and empower our patients to take control of their oral and overall health. Most folks don’t realize how much your oral health impacts your overall health and vice versa, and we think this is vital information everyone needs to know. From fun dental facts to the history of the toothbrush, and how slacking on your oral hygiene routine could potentially lead to a heart attack or stroke—follow along on our blog for bi-monthly articles on all things oral health. Feel free to comment, share, and join the conversation!
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Does Your Child Suffer from Bruxism?
Bruxism is the dental term for teeth grinding and jaw clenching, a habit that children and adults can develop and maintain, often without being conscious of it, until symptoms hit. Those symptoms can include: Worn, sensitive teeth Headaches Earaches Facial and jaw pain Tinnitus If your child is experiencing any of these symptoms, or you […]
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Take it Easy After Tooth Extraction
At Hamburg Family Dental, we’re here to help you as you teach your little ones how to care for their growing and changing smiles. Sometimes our combined efforts will prevent them from needing dental treatment beyond cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants, but other times we might recommend extraction to get them back on track for […]
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Signs Your Child May Have a Dental Problem
Examining your child’s mouth isn’t easy! Their bone structure is still developing, and they might have difficulty opening wide. If they don’t, you’ll probably need a flashlight and a dental mirror for examination. Your Lexington dentist, Dr. Alisha Patel of Hamburg Family Dental, is equipped with a comfortable dental chair for them to lean back […]
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Does My Child Have to Have a Shot to Get Dental Work?
No one of any age gets shots in their mouth for fun, and fear of needles (trypanophobia) is a documented condition. Children may fear shots because they seem so unfamiliar, with a fear of potential pain. Does your child have to have a shot to get dental work? It will depend on the procedure being […]
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A Deeper Dental Cleaning: Scaling & Root Planing
Teeth are typically the first thing that comes to mind for people when they hear the words dentist or dentistry, which makes sense, the root word dent means tooth! However, your teeth require healthy gums to hold them in place. Did you know gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss? That’s why we […]
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Zirconia Crowns for Kids
Zirconia has been used in major medical procedures like hip replacement for many years due to its strength and biocompatibility. It took the dental industry until the early 2000s to catch up, beginning with adult dental procedures such as dental implants, root canals, and dental crowns. In 2010, zirconia became available for use in pediatric […]
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Should I Let My Teen Whiten Their Teeth?
Do you remember feeling like beauty standards were unattainable as a teenager? Heck, many of us feel this way as adults! It makes sense that teenagers might be concerned with the appearance of their smile and pine for bright white smiles the same way adults are, because they’re often exposed to the same media that displays […]
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Can My Child Skip Visits to the Dentist?
You may think of our team at Hamburg Family Dental as part of your child’s defensive line, keeping them safe from gum disease and tooth decay, but we’re also myth busters! You’ve probably heard one of the most common misconceptions we have to challenge: dentistry isn’t important until after children lose their baby teeth. The […]
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Unlocking The Five Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry
Age, lifestyle habits, and diet can negatively impact the appearance of your smile. This can make you feel self-conscious whenever you want to smile. That is why at Hamburg Family Dental in Lexington, we offer transformative cosmetic dentistry services to help you achieve a beautiful, confident smile. From teeth stains to minor imperfections, our cosmetic […]
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Cone Beam-What? Translation: Better Dental Experiences
Dr. Alisha Patel, your trusted Lexington dentist at Hamburg Family Dental, is passionate about finding ways to improve the patient experience and achieve lasting results when it comes to the health and appearance of your smile. This requires continuous learning and investing in the types of advanced technologies that will stand the test of time—because keeping […]
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