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Fix Your Smile with a Full Mouth Restoration
Are you unhappy with your smile? Do you have worn down, broken or missing teeth? Do you have chronic jaw pain? Do you experience clicking or popping of your jaw? Do you have frequent headaches, back pain, and/or muscle tenderness that’s related to your dental health?...
How to Have Healthier Teeth with Fluoride
At Danville Family Dentistry, we’re sure most people living in Hendricks County know they need to brush their teeth a couple times a day and floss at least once day. But did you know there’s something else you can do to ensure your teeth stay healthy? You can use...
How Breastfeeding Affects Your Baby’s Dental Health
Most Hendricks County moms know breastfeeding is linked to having healthier babies. The research clearly shows the health and nutritional benefits your baby can receive from drinking breast milk. But did you know breastfeeding offers other positive effects on your...
3 Ways Seasonal Allergies Can Affect Your Oral Health
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? According to a report from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, the Midwest (which includes Hendricks County) is one of the highest allergy producing regions in the country. In many Indiana cities and towns, pollen...
Athletes: Play It Safe! Wear a Mouth Guard!
As Hendricks County children and young adults suit up to play recreational and organized sports, Dr. Jon Erickson at Danville Family Dentistry wants to remind parents, coaches, and athletes about the importance of mouth guards to protect young athletes’ teeth and gums...
What You Should Know about the Diabetes and Oral Health Link
Nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes, including many Hendricks County inhabitants. If you have diabetes, you may be surprised to learn that diabetes and oral health are interconnected. In fact, people with diabetes are more likely to develop periodontal (gum)...