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What type of toothpaste is right for you?
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of Read more -
Gum Disease Prevention
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
What to do to prevent gum disease? If left untreated, gum disease can lead to discomfort, infection, and even tooth loss. Bacteria in our mouths form a film called plaque. Read more -
I’m on a diet and getting MORE cavities!
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more -
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more -
When Snoring Becomes More Than Just Annoying
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
Snoring occurs when the tissues in the throat relax enough to block part of our airways, or physical conditions such as enlarged tonsils or a deviated septum prevent air from Read more -
Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more -
Top Five Dental Myths
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more -
Healthy Summer Foods
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. the doctor will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of Read more -
What is a crown?
posted: May 28, 2024.
If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get Read more -
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 21, 2024.
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more -
How do I avoid bad breath?
posted: May 14, 2024.
At Paul J Gauthier DMD PLLC, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate Read more -
Spring Cleaning
posted: May 07, 2024.
Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re Read more -
Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda: Which is better for teeth?
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.
When most patients ask the doctor this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet Read more -
Is Coffee Damaging Your Smile?
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people have a cup, or two, or even three a day. It’s common to drink it in the Read more -
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.
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 -
Is Charcoal Teeth Whitening Safe?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.
Health and beauty trends surface on the web every day, and it can be difficult to tell which ones are worth your time, or even safe, for that matter. Perhaps Read more