Why are my gums shrinking?
- posted: Oct. 23, 2024
If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several Read More
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
- posted: Oct. 16, 2024
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read More
Are dental X-rays safe?
- posted: Oct. 09, 2024
YES! X-rays have been used in dentistry for a long time, and the amount of radiation has significantly decreased with advances in technology. While there is risk in every health Read More
What's on your fall reading list?
- posted: Oct. 02, 2024
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Michael Read More
Diabetes and Dental Care
- posted: Sep. 18, 2024
Diabetes is a disease that affects the health of the entire body, including, of course, your mouth, gums, and teeth. We are trained to look for issues that might arise Read More
Oral Health during Pregnancy
- posted: Sep. 11, 2024
Pregnancy can be one of the most exciting times in a woman’s life, as you eagerly wait for the birth of the new addition. Needless to say, pregnancy comes with Read More
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
- posted: Sep. 04, 2024
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read More
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
- posted: Aug. 28, 2024
Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read More
Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
- posted: Aug. 21, 2024
It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read More
Cleaning Your Baby’s Teeth
- posted: Aug. 14, 2024
In the eyes of most parents, nothing is cuter than their baby’s smile. Did you know your little one’s smile (that is, his or her oral health) actually plays a Read More
The Importance of Baby Teeth
- posted: Aug. 07, 2024
the doctor and our team know it can be easy to underestimate the significance of baby teeth. At Michael D. Murray, D.D.S, we sometimes meet parents who assume that since Read More
Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
- posted: Jul. 31, 2024
Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read More
Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
- posted: Jul. 24, 2024
There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in Read More
Chipped Your Tooth? Now What?
- posted: Jul. 17, 2024
Accidents happen. Next time you’ll wear your mouthguard when you skateboard, never use your teeth to open anything, and carefully step away from your grandmother’s hard candy dish. But what Read More
My gums are inflamed. What can I do?
- posted: Jul. 10, 2024
Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could Read More