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One of the most appreciated advancements in dentistry in the last decade has been the development of white fillings. Also referred to as tooth-colored fillings, white fillings allow patients to have cavities filled without the embarrassment of dark spots on their teeth from amalgam fillings. White fillings are a very subtle way to restore the…

Halloween has come and gone, but Thanksgiving, Hanukah, and Christmas are right around the corner. With holiday parties filled with holiday goodies filling up everyone’s calendar, it is important that you do not neglect your teeth during this holiday season. Many people worry about gaining 5 – 10 pounds from now until the end of…

When it comes to money, no one likes to see it go to waste. There is nothing more frustrating than spending money on something that you never use. You may think of this in terms of food thrown away after it has molded in the fridge or a new grill that you’ve only fired up…

If we told you there was a way to protect your child’s teeth with minimal effort, would you be interested? Of course! Our lives are busier than ever and finding time for extra dental appointments is often a challenge. Between school, sports, travel, and family time – there is often no such thing as “extra…

It’s almost time for school to begin again. Doesn’t it seem like the kids just got out of school? August 21 is the first official day of school for the Charleston County School District. You can see this and other important dates on their 2019-2020 Academic Calendar. As you’re preparing for school by purchasing all…

Do you remember the tagline, “Maybe she’s born with it?” The next part of the tagline says, “Maybe it’s Maybelline.” It was a popular advertising slogan, and it worked. It made everyone wonder if a woman wearing Maybelline’s makeup was actually wearing makeup, or if it was a natural beauty. The slogan was famous because…

Fear is a genuine emotion that can manifest itself very differently from person to person. For some, sweat, trembling and a rapid heartbeat are common in fearful situations. For others, hot flashes, chills or pain and tightness accompany their fearful situations. Fear is common and varies from person to person and often depends on history…

Did you know you can harm your smile while you sleep? Dangerous nighttime habits can destroy your teeth and your smile at the same time. The two most common practices that can damage your teeth are grinding and clenching. Grinding Your Teeth Bruxism is the term used for teeth grinding. It is characterized by moving…

“Hippity Hoppity, Easter’s On Its Way” There are so many things your littles love during this time of year! The Easter season is surrounded by all things sweet, fluffy, cuddly, hoppity and new. It’s a fun time for parents as well as they plan, hide and create memories to last a lifetime. Peninsula Cosmetic &…

A root canal is a dental procedure or endodontic therapy. There are a variety of reasons why it might be necessary for you to undergo this type of treatment. Root canals are performed when the nerve or pulp of your tooth becomes infected and inflamed as a result of decay, a cracked or broken tooth…