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Should I use mouthwash?
posted: Oct. 15, 2024.

Mouthwashes are commonly used as a part of a daily oral care regimen. Not only do they freshen breath, but some are capable of improving dental health too. Using a Read more
Protect Your Baby from Early Childhood Caries
posted: Oct. 08, 2024.

Your baby’s first smiles are precious—and you want to make sure those precious smiles are as healthy as they are beautiful. One of the most important ways to protect your Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Frederick Read more
Could a Night Guard Be the Answer to Your Dreams?
posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

Have you been having trouble getting a good night’s rest? Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. A midnight horror movie. A bedtime espresso. That anchovy and pineapple Read more
Breaking Bad Oral Habits
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.

The effects of bad oral habits are something our team sees all too often. You might have bad oral habits that stem from childhood, possibly because your parents did not Read more
Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.

Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
Do You Have A Cavity?
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.

Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Frederick Cosmetic & Family Dentistry wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear Read more
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more
Choosing the Dental Filling Option that's Best for You
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.

Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read more
The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.

Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read more
Is sedation dentistry right for me?
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.

At Frederick Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, we are well-aware of the 25 million Americans who fear having to visit the dentist. Dental phobias are known to range anywhere from feeling Read more
Does Your Child Need Endodontic Treatment?
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make Read more