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  • How does a tooth decay?

    posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

    When acids are allowed to erode tooth enamel long enough to leach calcium and other minerals from your enamel and dentin, a process called demineralization occurs. This rapidly leads to Read more
  • Germs living on my toothbrush? Say it ain’t so!

    posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

    You may have heard talk about the germs that can reside on your toothbrush and thought, “really?” It’s true—there are several kinds of bacteria that can lurk on the bristles of Read more
  • Mamelons

    posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

    Quick trivia question: define “mamelon.” Some kind of warm blooded animal? No, not a member of the mammal clan, but good guess. A fruit of the gourd family? Nope! There Read more
  • Make this the Year You Stop Smoking

    posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

    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
  • Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year

    posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

    It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more
  • What is hand-foot-and-mouth disease?

    posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

    Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and, Read more
  • Tooth Sensitivity

    posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

    Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more
  • Snack Attack

    posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

    Should a quick bite between meals make us feel guilty? Or worse, make our teeth suffer a greater risk of cavities? Let’s avoid both those possibilities! We have several tooth-healthy Read more
  • How can parents help prevent tooth decay?

    posted: Nov. 29, 2022.

    Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw Read more
  • Thanksgiving Trivia

    posted: Nov. 22, 2022.

    At David J. Erdman, D.D.S., P.A. we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a Read more
  • Minimally Invasive Dentistry

    posted: Nov. 15, 2022.

    As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read more
  • Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?

    posted: Nov. 08, 2022.

    Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is Read more
  • Getting Ready for Winter

    posted: Nov. 01, 2022.

    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
  • The Intriguing History of Halloween

    posted: Oct. 25, 2022.

    Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
  • Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal

    posted: Oct. 18, 2022.

    Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more
  • Gum Disease Prevention

    posted: Oct. 11, 2022.

    What to do to prevent gum disease? If left untreated, gum disease can lead to discomfort, infection, and even tooth loss. Bacteria in our mouths form a film called plaque. Read more