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What is a DIAGNOdent Laser? Am I a candidate?
posted: Jul. 30, 2015.
Finding and correcting dental problems at their earliest stages benefits teeth and gums for a lifetime. At Southshore Dental in Trenton, MI, Drs. Mihul C. Patel and Heba Abuhussein provide Read more -
Easing the Pain and Discomfort of Canker Sores
posted: Jul. 29, 2015.
If you occasionally experience small sores in the softer tissues of your mouth, you may have aphthous ulcers or better known as canker sores. While rarely a health concern, they Read more -
A Healthy Diet Could Lower Your Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Jul. 21, 2015.
Good nutrition is vital for maintaining health and preventing disease, especially for your mouth. A diet rich in whole foods — fresh fruits and vegetables, protein and dairy products — Read more -
Keep an Eye on your Gums to Catch Disease Early
posted: Jul. 13, 2015.
You have a great smile: beautiful white teeth all perfectly aligned. But unbeknownst to you, periodontal (gum) disease might even now be damaging your gum tissues, setting the stage for Read more -
Spice Up Your Teeth
posted: Jul. 12, 2015.
As a member of the best-selling pop group Spice Girls, Mel C (AKA Sporty Spice) enjoyed her share of musical superstardom. At the band’s peak in the Nineties, the young Read more -
The Type of Tooth Pain You Have Could be Telling You What's Wrong
posted: Jul. 04, 2015.
As with the rest of the body, tooth pain is an indication that something’s wrong. While the exact cause requires a dental exam, the location, quality and duration of the Read more -
Replacing a Knocked-Out Tooth Quickly Increases its Survival Chances
posted: Jun. 26, 2015.
Mouth injuries in children and teens are more common than you might think: about one out of three boys and one out of four girls will have experienced an injury Read more -
Crown Lengthening Opens up New Teeth Restoration Possibilities
posted: Jun. 18, 2015.
A crown — a life-like “cap” made of dental porcelain that permanently covers an existing tooth — is an effective way to restore a still-viable decayed or broken tooth’s appearance. Read more -
Even Celebrities Like Jennifer Lawrence Aren't Immune From Bad Breath!
posted: Jun. 10, 2015.
Exchanging passionate kisses with big-screen star Jennifer Lawrence might sound like a dream come true. But according to Liam Hemsworth, her Hunger Games co-star, it could also be a nightmare… Read more -
Root Planing Cleans Plaque from Tooth Roots Without Surgery
posted: Jun. 02, 2015.
Periodontal (gum) disease is an aggressive bacterial infection caused by built-up plaque on tooth surfaces. Gum disease results in bone loss and causes loss of attachment from the teeth, leading Read more -
Preventing Dental Disease Starts with Assessing Your Unique Risk
posted: May 25, 2015.
Over the last century dentistry has acquired the knowledge, techniques and treatments to prevent or minimize tooth decay. With this enhanced knowledge we’ve amassed a wealth of data about what Read more -
Using Sinus Surgery to Stimulate Bone Growth for Implants
posted: May 24, 2015.
For a predictable outcome, a dental implant should be placed as soon as the bone and gum tissues following a tooth extraction have healed. But what happens if the tooth Read more -
Is Zoom Whitening Right for Me?
posted: May 18, 2015.
Find out if you should see your Trenton dentist for a professional whitening treatment. What is Zoom Whitening? Zoom Whitening is a professional, in-office whitening system that uses hydrogen peroxide as an Read more -
Tom Hanks' Abscessed Tooth Gets Cast Away
posted: May 16, 2015.
Did you see the move Cast Away starring Tom Hanks? If so, you probably remember the scene where Hanks, stranded on a remote island, knocks out his own abscessed tooth Read more -
'Simple' Tooth Extractions are a Common Dental Procedure
posted: May 08, 2015.
When a tooth is beyond repair due to disease or injury, it may be necessary to remove it. A “simple” tooth extraction is among the most common in dentistry and Read more -
Oral Health Can Prove Challenging in Your Senior Years
posted: Apr. 30, 2015.
A focus on dental care in senior citizens is just as important as it is for children. Indeed, oral health in your later years can be a major factor in Read more
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2861 West Road, Trenton, MI 48183
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Monday:
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Tuesday:
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Wednesday:
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Thursday:
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Friday:
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Saturday:
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Sunday:
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