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Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Mehr Tucker, DDS, LLC. Common reasons for procrastination are not Read more
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3 Quick Dental Procedures to Put the Dazzle in Your Wedding Day Smile
posted: Jun. 14, 2021.
The traditional June wedding season hit a bump last year during the COVID-19 pandemic as many couples down-scaled or postponed their ceremonies. But with hopes that the virus is Read more -
Changes Coming in the Use of Antibiotics in Dentistry
posted: Jun. 04, 2021.
In a little over a century, antibiotics have changed the face of healthcare. We no longer fear cholera, strep throat or even a small cut as our forebears did Read more -
Frequent Sinus Infections? Take a Trip to Your Dentist
posted: May 25, 2021.
If you suffer frequent sinus infections, you might want to see a dentist. No, really—your recurring sinusitis might stem from a decayed tooth. Tooth decay can start as a cavity, Read more -
After a Devastating Injury, Prompt Action Saved Singer Carly Pearce's Smile
posted: May 15, 2021.
Performing for an awards show is a quite a feather in an entertainer's cap. So, up-and-coming country music star Carly Pearce was obviously excited when she gained a slot Read more -
What To Do About White Spots on Teeth After Wearing Braces
posted: May 05, 2021.
The big day finally arrives when your braces come off. And there it is—your new, beautiful, straight smile! But on closer inspection you notice something else: tiny white spots Read more -
This Orthodontic Device Could Stop a Poor Bite From Developing
posted: Apr. 25, 2021.
“Orthodontic treatment” and “braces” almost seem like synonymous terms. But while braces certainly are orthodontic, it isn't the only tool in an orthodontist's toolkit. A good example is a device Read more -
CT Imaging Technology Can Improve Outcomes for Complex Dental Problems
posted: Apr. 15, 2021.
The mouth is a crowded place with nerves, blood vessels and sinus cavities sharing common space with the teeth and gums. Although important in their own right, these structures Read more -
Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Apr. 05, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read more -
Overcoming Bone Loss Preventing You From Getting an Implant
posted: Mar. 26, 2021.
Introduced to the United States in the 1980s, dental implants have quickly become the go-to restoration for tooth replacement. And for good reason: they're not only incredibly life-like, they're Read more -
There's No Madness in Protecting Your Family Basketball Player With a Custom Mouthguard
posted: Mar. 16, 2021.
A wave of madness is about to sweep across Indianapolis and onto television screens across America—March Madness, that is. That's right: After its cancellation in 2020 due to COVID-19, Read more -
Implants Could Help You Keep Remaining Teeth Longer
posted: Mar. 06, 2021.
It's a common practice among people slowly losing their teeth to have their remaining teeth removed. They find dentures to be less costly than replacing one tooth at a Read more -
Jimmy Fallon's Daughter Loses a Tooth on National Television
posted: Feb. 24, 2021.
Even though coronavirus lockdowns have prevented TV hosts from taping live shows, they're still giving us something to watch via virtual interviews. In the process, we're given occasional glimpses Read more -
Understanding the Root Canal Procedure
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.
If there is one dental procedure that demands to be demystified it is the root canal. It is the subject of jokes and is a source of anxiety for many Read more -
Receiving a Crown or Bridge
posted: Feb. 16, 2021.
Is your smile being held back by a dental problem? Here at Mehr Tucker, DDS, LLC in Rockville, MD, Dr. Mehr Tucker can solve various dental problems using crowns and Read more -
Two Major Causes for Implant Failure and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Feb. 14, 2021.
Dental implants are a reliable way to replace teeth. More than 95% of implants survive ten years after their installation, and many of these could conceivably continue for decades. But Read more