You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can
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What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Apr. 29, 2025.
You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can
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The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
posted: Apr. 22, 2025.
In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Stoller Dentistry, we proudly screen our patients for oral cancer. The
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Sleep Apnea and Snoring
posted: Apr. 15, 2025.
Snoring may not be something you take seriously. You might even laugh or joke about it. But the fact is, anytime you or your partner snore to the point of
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A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Apr. 08, 2025.
There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that
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Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 01, 2025.
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering
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Are you at risk for oral cancer?
posted: Mar. 25, 2025.
Nearly 40,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer annually in the United States, with more than 8,000 dying every year from the disease. Oral cancer has a higher death rate
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My teeth feel great. Do I still need to see the dentist?
posted: Mar. 18, 2025.
Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Stoller Dentistry, we are proud to offer a
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 11, 2025.
Millions of people, around Pekin, Illinois and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Mar. 04, 2025.
Two studies – one conducted in Washington State, and whose findings were published in the Journal of Pediatric Dentistry in 2004, and another conducted in Madrid, Spain, and whose findings
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What exactly is biofilm?
posted: Feb. 25, 2025.
Biofilm is a protective home for bacteria that’s composed of microorganisms. Biofilm can be found in wet places such as ponds, sewers, and bathroom drains, and it also grows on
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What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Feb. 18, 2025.
People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 11, 2025.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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What is Remineralization?
posted: Feb. 04, 2025.
“What is the strongest substance in the body?” If this question comes up on trivia night, be prepared to impress your team when you confidently answer, “Tooth enamel!”
Tooth enamel? The
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How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Jan. 28, 2025.
Putting off your dental visit to Stoller Dentistry because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and our
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Healthy Gum, Healthy Mouth
posted: Jan. 21, 2025.
“Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health.
But that’s
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Fewer Adults are Visiting the Dentist
posted: Jan. 14, 2025.
Our team at Stoller Dentistry recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined, according to research released by
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