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Caring For Your Dentures
The image of a glass full of false teeth on the nightstand is plastered all throughout popular culture. You would think that soaking your dentures in water and cleaner is sufficient, but Hamburg Family Dental reminds us that proper denture care requires more than just that. In fact, denture maintenance is an important part of […]
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Cosmetic Dentistry – A Beautiful Smile is a Powerful Thing
There is a law of nature that states: “function follows form.” This saying means that how something appears determines how it works. For example, you may own many screwdrivers of different sizes and shapes (form) to loosen all different kinds of screws (function). Think of a watering can with a long spout that’s perfect for […]
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Dental Sealants Keep Cavities at Bay
A trip to the dentist should be a pleasant experience. That’s what we want for our kids: happy associations with that twice-annual visit to Dr. Alisha Patel. Nothing ruins the good feeling at a dental visit faster than the dreaded words, “I found a cavity.” A cavity in a baby tooth is bad news, but […]
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Replace Missing Teeth – Dentures & Dental Implants
So, you’re missing a tooth—or a few! An apple a day will not take care of this one, unfortunately. It’s time to consider dentures or dental implants. A variety of personal and practical factors will determine which solution is best for your new smile. Don’t feel lost among all the pros and cons of choosing […]
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Baby Dentistry: Teething & Other Joys
It’s easy to think that baby teeth aren’t that important. They make their grand entrance (however painfully) and leave your baby’s mouth soon thereafter. But your baby’s oral health is very important, both in the present and to set the stage for a lifetime of health. Today Lexington dentist Dr. Alisha Patel would like to […]
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Professional Dental Cleanings Make a Big Difference
You’ve been hearing it for years – “make sure to visit Dr. Patel twice a year for your regular cleanings.” Just in case you’ve ever wondered why regular dental cleanings are so important, we at Hamburg Family Dental would like to take this opportunity to let Lexington residents in on some information you don’t often […]
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Have You Been Avoiding the Dentist?
We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist. Has it been so long since your last dental appointment that you’re not even sure […]
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