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Do you or your child suffer from sleep apnea?

stellarnew_admin — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 18:40:54 +0000

We can help improve your sleep and your quality of life. Please read an insightful testimonial from one of our patients: I brought my son, Mehki, 5 to Dr. Kagan as a recommendation from my chiropractor to help with his snoring/sleep apnea caused by his enlarged tonsils and adenoids. We had visited an ENT but […]

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Sleep Disordered Breathing? Stellar Dental Care can Help!

stellarnew_admin — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:50:18 +0000

Does your child exhibit symptoms of Sleep Disordered Breathing such as mouth breathing, snoring, fatigue, congestion, ear infections, ADHD or bed wetting? You may be a candidate for an evaluation of facial growth! Call for a consult with Dr. Kagan at Stellar Dental Care today! “My daughter suffered from severe snoring, chronic congestion, frequent ear […]

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Smokeless Tobacco Still Means Trouble

stellarnew_admin — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 20:28:24 +0000

Chew it, dip it, suck it or “snuff” it–there’s no smoke involved with many forms of tobacco, but no matter how you use it, you’re still playing with fire! While cigarettes catch a lot of heat for causing lung cancer, many don’t realize that other types of nicotine use can be just as damaging to […]

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Everyday Habits That Harm Your Smile

stellarnew_admin — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 20:27:17 +0000

Your teeth are supposed to last a lifetime. But some common habits could be reducing the durability of your teeth without you even realizing it. By recognizing the habits that can compromise the structure and health of your smile, you can take steps to protect it. 1. Avoiding Regular Dental Care Many individuals skip regular […]

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Not a fan of flossing? Try these alternatives

stellarnew_admin — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 20:25:32 +0000

First there was the toothpick, then there was floss, and now there are a bevy of new dental tools making their way to the shelves of your local stores. Why the need to keep innovating? Simply put: plaque removal is just not fun…but these alternatives sure help! For those fed up with flossing, or the […]

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Gum Removal – Right for You?

stellarnew_admin — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 13:56:05 +0000

Unless you were blessed with a perfect smile, something’s usually got to give in order to improve it…even your gums! Dentists call it “crown lengthening”, but if you’re worried this means you’ll walk away with receded gums, it’s not what you think. In certain cases, less gums are actually a GOOD thing – and if […]

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How to Stop Thumb-Sucking

stellarnew_admin — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 13:53:37 +0000

No Crying Necessary: Simple Ways to Stop Thumb Sucking At first it was adorable, but now it has become worrisome. Starting to fear your child is addicted to thumb sucking? Push those worst-case scenarios and harsh weaning tactics from your mind. Here is the truth about the dental risks, when it is necessary to intervene, […]

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Understanding Fluoride Treatment for Kids

stellarnew_admin — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:11:03 +0000

Understanding Pediatric Fluoride Treatment It’s undeniable that fluoride has played a major role in the decline of dental cavities in the United States. However, what isn’t so clear to many parents is whether or not fluoride treatments are safe and/or beneficial for children. After all, children receive fluoride on a regular basis from many different […]

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How To Brush To Really Impress Your Dentist

stellarnew_admin — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:09:27 +0000

Back to Basics: Brushing Tips to Impress Your Dentist You’ve been brushing for as long as you can remember, but could it be you’ve been doing it incorrectly all along? From the type of bristles you choose to the level of pressure you should place on your teeth, this step-by-step guide to better brushing is […]

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Your Child’s Sippy Cup….Could there be Problems?

stellarnew_admin — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 15:08:13 +0000

Your Child’s Sippy Cup: Is it a Friend or Foe? Shaped like your child’s favorite action heroes and in every vibrant color imaginable, sippy cups seem like an innocent way to prevent spills. But with increased cavities and speech issues abound, pediatric dentists have recent research suggesting that what was once a friend is now […]

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