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Teeth Grinding Can Damage Your Teeth
posted: Jan. 18, 2024.

Grinding of the teeth, also known as bruxism, is a serious condition from which nearly ten percent of Americans suffer. It’s a mechanical reflex that often happens during slumber. Unfortunately, Read more
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
posted: Jan. 11, 2024.

In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2024.

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
Five (Easy-to-Keep!) Dental Resolutions for the New Year
posted: Dec. 28, 2023.

It’s a new year! A blank calendar! A traditional time to make a few changes that could change your life for the better. And while we applaud big goals like Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Dec. 21, 2023.

the doctor and our team at Grant Kollenborn, L.L.C. will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can Read more
What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
posted: Dec. 14, 2023.

Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2023.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Dental X-rays and Your Child
posted: Nov. 30, 2023.

We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2023.

At Grant Kollenborn, L.L.C. we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter Read more
Headaches: The Dental Connection
posted: Nov. 16, 2023.

Many people suffer through headaches for years without getting to the root cause of their problem. If you find yourself constantly popping painkillers to get through the day, it might Read more
Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?
posted: Nov. 09, 2023.

Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 02, 2023.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more