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New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Dec. 28, 2022.
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
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A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 26, 2022.
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Lance Chamberlain Dentistry Prof Corp, a brighter smile is quick Read more
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Should I have TMD treated? Why?
posted: Dec. 21, 2022.
TMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If Read more
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Be Good to Your Gums
posted: Dec. 19, 2022.
You brush and floss thoroughly twice a day. You have regular checkups. Everything seems fine on the periodontal radar. Sometimes, however, even healthy gums can become sensitive and irritated. Is Read more
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Germs living on my toothbrush? Say it ain’t so!
posted: Dec. 14, 2022.
You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of Read more
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Dec. 12, 2022.
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break Read more
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2022.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
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Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Dec. 05, 2022.
Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
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What to Do When Your Child Has a Loose Tooth
posted: Nov. 30, 2022.
When your child loses a tooth for the first time, you both have a lot to look forward to. Sharing in the “I’m a big kid!” excitement. Tales of the Read more
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Energy Drinks and Dental Health
posted: Nov. 28, 2022.
Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Lance Chamberlain Dentistry Prof Corp ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy drinks have been on the Read more
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
posted: Nov. 23, 2022.
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty Read more
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Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Nov. 21, 2022.
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more
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How do I pick the right toothpaste for my needs?
posted: Nov. 16, 2022.
With so many toothpastes available in so many price ranges, it can be difficult to be sure you are selecting the right one for your needs. You need a product Read more
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Anemia and Your Oral Health
posted: Nov. 14, 2022.
One of the most common clues that you might have anemia is found in your smile. If you’ve noticed that your gums are suddenly paler than they used to be, Read more
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Choosing the Dental Filling Option that's Best for You
posted: Nov. 09, 2022.
Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read more
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Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 07, 2022.
Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more