My Blog
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What to Know if You Think You Have a Cracked Tooth
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
You use your mouthguard for sports, wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth, and never bite down on solid objects. But even with all the care in the world, Read more
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Dental Emergency? Don’t Panic, We’re Here to Help
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Nobody can predict a dental emergency. That’s what makes them so terribly inconvenient. The good news is that our office is always available to assist you, so there’s no reason Read more
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Teeth Grinding
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
If you are waking up with jaw pain, tension headaches, or facial pain, you may be suffering from a condition known as bruxism. This means you could be grinding or Read more
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Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more
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Are My Child’s Baby Teeth on Schedule?
posted: May 30, 2023.
Your darling three-month old is crying and fussy—can she be teething already? Or, your happy baby boy has just celebrated his first birthday—with only one tooth in that beautiful, gummy Read more
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Memorial Day
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more
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Why Are We Recommending a Periodontal Consultation?
posted: May 16, 2023.
The best way to protect yourself from gum disease is to be proactive: practice good oral hygiene at home and schedule regular checkups and cleanings in our Clarkston, Michigan office. How Read more
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 09, 2023.
"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
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The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more
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Five Things You Should Never Do With Your Toothbrush
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read more
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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
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Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available Read more
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
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
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Airplane Oral Health Tips
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
What’s in your carry-on bag? You’ve got your passport, ticket, and currency, but what about dental floss? Of course! You’re preparing for the trip of a lifetime, and we want Read more
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What are the benefits of Invisalign®?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
A popular option for straightening teeth at Bruce P. Mercado, DDS, PC, Invisalign can be a great method for improving your smile, and can help patients with crowded teeth, crossbites, Read more
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
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