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Post Oral Surgery: Signs of Infection
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

Oral surgery can be intimidating, especially if you show any signs of an infection afterwards. the doctor and our team want you to be informed about what to watch for Read more
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Telltale Signs that Your Tooth has a Cavity
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

the doctor and our team at Carmel Dental Group frequently get questions about cavity causes and prevention. You brush twice a day and floss regularly. You rinse with mouthwash, just Read more
Importance Of A Routine Check-Up
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

When was the last time you paid Dr. Cami Hovda at Carmel Dental Group in Carmen, IN, a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

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

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more
Courting Disaster
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read more
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more
Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.

Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly — Read more
Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.

In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth Read more
What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.

Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they Read more
Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more
Snack Attack
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy Read more