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Common Causes of Gum Disease

December 10th, 2025

Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important. Since it’s often painless, gum disease may go unnoticed and can progress when left untreated. Understanding the causes of gum disease will give you the ability to keep…
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Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!

December 3rd, 2025

It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season bright with a few easy tips for a healthy smile. Keep Your Smile Merry and Bright There’s a lot going on during the holidays. Visiting…
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Thanksgiving Trivia

November 26th, 2025

At Smiles by Design we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Dr. Steve Milios wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table and help create some great conversation with friends and family. The Turkey There is no historical evidence that turkey…
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Periodontics and Pregnancy

November 19th, 2025

Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes even more important when you're pregnant. Bad oral health can have detrimental effects on the health of your unborn child and can lead to low-birth…
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