Blog - Dentist In Granger, IN

Xerostomia: Big Word, Common Problem
posted: May 10, 2022.

Xerostomia might sound like a serious and rare condition, but it’s more common than you think. If you’ve been feeling like your mouth is constantly dry, you may already be Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 03, 2022.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
Seven Ways to Repurpose Old Toothbrushes
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

It’s done a wonderful job for you, but after three or four months, the time has come to retire your toothbrush. Bristles that once easily removed food particles and plaque Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
Top Five Reasons to Choose Veneers
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

If you notice every imperfection in your smile and you are aiming for a more ideal-looking smile, veneers might be for you. Veneers are common tools in cosmetic dentistry for Read more
What Are Dental Crowns?
posted: Mar. 24, 2022.

Unfortunately, it’s possible for your teeth to become damaged because of decay or trauma. It may feel like there’s no way to get back the smile you once loved, but Read more
My teeth don't line up any more. Why?
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

If your teeth don't line up like they used to any more, you may be suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder, often called TMD. This is a term that can actually Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

Millions of people, around Granger, Indiana 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 Read more
Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

Capturing the Moment At Advance Dental we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more
Mamelons
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more
Dental Implants for Missing Teeth
posted: Feb. 17, 2022.

Are you a candidate for dental implants? When you are missing teeth, it is critical to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can be challenging, as well as Read more
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more
Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show Read more