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At Potomac Dental Centre, we love the holidays. The food, the decorations, the events, the songs:  ♪ On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me —  12 Drummers Drumming,  11 Pipers Piping,  10 Lords a Leaping,  9 Ladies Dancing, 8 Maids a Milking, 7 Swans a Swimming, 6 Geese a Laying,…

Diabetes is a chronic illness that can affect any part of the body, including the mouth. Oral health problems are more common in diabetics than in most of the general population. But, just because someone has diabetes does not mean that they have to live with a sore smile or gum disease. Here are some…

Did you know that people with gum disease are up to 3x more at risk for a heart attack? For years, researchers have been working to find the exact link between cardiovascular disease and gum disease (periodontal disease). Here’s how you can prevent heart disease with good oral hygiene.

Prevent Alzheimer’s with Good Oral Health World Alzheimer’s Month Most people brush their teeth every day, floss on occasion, and try to get to the dentist at least once a year. But what if good oral hygiene could help to prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia? Do you think more people would take their oral health more…

Ouch! Did your tooth just break? Don’t worry, it’s going to be alright. It’s more common than you may think it is. Whether your tooth broke from an accident or from eating hard candy, breaking your tooth can be scary and traumatizing. But don’t fear! We’re here to guide you through the repair process. Here…