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  • Healthy Gum, Healthy Mouth

    posted: Oct. 16, 2024.

    “Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health. But that’s Read more
  • Adults Can Get Cavities Too

    posted: Oct. 09, 2024.

    Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s just as important for adults Read more
  • What's on your fall reading list?

    posted: Oct. 02, 2024.

    How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Holly Read more
  • Aging and Oral Health

    posted: Sep. 25, 2024.

    As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
  • The Best Snacks for a Healthy Smile

    posted: Sep. 18, 2024.

    One of the most frequent questions that the doctor and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable Read more
  • Three Reasons We're Fans of Fluoride

    posted: Sep. 11, 2024.

    Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral Read more
  • Football Season? Practice Dental Defense

    posted: Sep. 04, 2024.

    It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read more
  • Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!

    posted: Aug. 28, 2024.

    Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
  • Why Do Molars Seem to Get More Cavities?

    posted: Aug. 21, 2024.

    Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them? It’s the Read more
  • Keeping Your Teeth Strong and Healthy

    posted: Aug. 14, 2024.

    What is the strongest part of our bodies? Do you think it might be our bones, which help us move and protect our brains, hearts and other organs? Or could Read more
  • The Dog Days of Summer

    posted: Aug. 07, 2024.

    Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
  • Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile

    posted: Jul. 31, 2024.

    You’ve likely heard that smoking increases risk of lung cancer and emphysema. But did you realize that your cigarette habit also has an impact on your smile? Chronic smokers suffer Read more
  • The Five Most Common Reasons for Emergency Visits

    posted: Jul. 24, 2024.

    An emergency usually evokes panic, and for good reason. Emergencies don’t discriminate when it comes to time or place. They’ll happen during your vacation, at home, while you’re shopping for Read more
  • Adults Can Get Cavities, Too

    posted: Jul. 17, 2024.

    There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read more
  • Most Valuable Dental Treatments

    posted: Jul. 10, 2024.

    At Holly Dental - Steven Langford & Natalie Ballas, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three Read more
  • Fun Facts for the Fourth

    posted: Jul. 03, 2024.

    The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more