We all experience a dental emergency at some point in our life but deciding when to call the dentist is always the question. Here we will break down when to call your dentist or if you can resolve the problem at home. Bitten cheek, tongue, or lip: Not necessary to call the dentist right away
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At Cochecho Dental, we truly appreciate our loyal patients! As a thank you, we are now offering quarterly raffle drawings. Four times a year we will draw a name from the raffle bin and the lucky winner will be announced via Facebook Live video on our Facebook page. Our next drawing will be December 16th,
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Treating dental cavities is important but preventing cavities is the best bet. Fluoride is a great way to prevent cavities in both children and adults. Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in water sources and has been found to not only reduce cavities in children and adults, but also help repair the early stages
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Have you ever had your blood pressure taken while sitting in the dental chair? High Blood pressure (hypertension) is a disease that typically remains undetected until your doctor takes your blood pressure reading. Unless your blood pressure is dangerously elevated (180/110), you most likely won’t even feel the warning signs. Dentists realize that while they
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When was the last time you tried a restaurant or searched for a new product without a recommendation? 90% of consumers read online reviews before making a purchase or visiting a business for the first time and over 85% of consumers trust online reviews just as much as personal recommendations. Online reviews speak volumes about
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Do you fear going to the dentist? Well, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety or dental phobia is something many patients experience and often avoid visiting their dentist until a serious problem occurs, forcing them to make the appointment. Some signs of dental phobia include: Trouble sleeping the night before the appointment Feeling physically ill Difficulty
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One of the biggest questions we get asked at Cochecho Dental is “Will my insurance cover that?” Dental insurance plans help patients budget for the cost of maintaining a great smile but how does it work? Although all dental plans are different and have different features, most plans are standard with their outline of coverage.
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Time is precious! At Cochecho Dental, Dr. Jennifer McConathy and Dr. Emilia Vajda can create a custom, natural tooth colored crown for you in just one appointment using Cerec® (Ceramic Reconstruction) CAD/CAM technology.
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Have you ever considered Botox treatment as an option to decrease teeth grinding, jaw pain, and headaches? At Cochecho Dental, Dr. McConathy is able to provide patients with relief from TMJ pain due to clenching and grinding.
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During pregnancy, women are more likely to have problems with their teeth and gums. Keeping your regular appointments at the dentist is safe and important for the heath of expecting mothers and their babies.
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