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• posted: Dec. 09, 2025

Yes, absolutely. A recent survey by Oral-B® reveals that despite knowing that a healthy, good-looking smile affects not only their personal wellness but their professional image as well, very few Read More

• posted: Dec. 02, 2025

You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of Read More

• posted: Nov. 25, 2025

We live in a tech-savvy world, and dental professionals take advantage of it! Digital imaging, convenient record storage and sharing, even more comfortable denture design—these are just some of the Read More

• posted: Nov. 18, 2025

When acids are allowed to erode tooth enamel long enough to leach calcium and other minerals from your enamel and dentin, a process called demineralization occurs. This rapidly leads to Read More

• posted: Nov. 11, 2025

Putting off your dental visit to Hintz Family Dentistry because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and Read More

• posted: Nov. 04, 2025

Chewing gum can be a sticky problem. We’re not talking about etiquette, or nutrition, or how to get rid of the darned stuff when you don’t have a trash container Read More

• posted: Oct. 28, 2025

You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your oral health depends on it. Without the necessary proteins, vitamins, and minerals in your diet, your teeth and gums will Read More

• posted: Oct. 21, 2025

Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Hintz Family Dentistry are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to Read More

• posted: Oct. 14, 2025

Sometimes people feel a tiny bit nervous when they sit in the dental chair. And sometimes it’s more than a tiny bit. If your anxiety over visiting the office leads Read More

• posted: Oct. 07, 2025

Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make Read More

• posted: Sep. 30, 2025

Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty Read More

• posted: Sep. 23, 2025

When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read More

• posted: Sep. 16, 2025

Anyone who has had a compromised tooth knows that the amount of discomfort it causes can be extremely unpleasant. Although no one looks forward to a root canal, this procedure Read More

• posted: Sep. 09, 2025

Getting a cavity seems like delayed punishment for eating that special dessert every weekend or for the few days you forgot to floss. When you are doing everything right with Read More

• posted: Sep. 02, 2025

On the last Wednesday in September, we celebrate “Women’s Health and Fitness Day.” Because your oral health plays such a large role in your general health and well-being, let’s look Read More

• posted: Aug. 26, 2025

Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, Read More