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Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more
Timing Matters!
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

Many patients at Nicholas Poblete are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less likely Read more
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

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
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
How HPV and Oral Cancer are Related
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

Did you know that Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and oral cancer are linked? This information may prevent you or a loved one from suffering from oral cancer if a diagnosis Read more
What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can Read more
Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than Read more
How do I avoid bad breath?
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.

At Nicholas Poblete, we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our patients about Read more
Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.

Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after Read more
Aging and Dental Health
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.

As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at Nicholas Poblete will tell you that keeping your Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
Clean Toothbrush/Healthy Toothbrush
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.

We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have Read more
Find Out how Your Diet can Cause Cavities
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.

Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. the doctor and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth Read more