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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 24, 2023.

Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more
Which whitening is right for you?
posted: May 17, 2023.

Many of our patients at East Rock Dental, LLC have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to you Read more
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 10, 2023.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 03, 2023.

The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Apr. 26, 2023.

the doctor and our team at East Rock Dental, LLC will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2023.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
Socket Preservation
posted: Apr. 12, 2023.

Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant Read more
Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 05, 2023.

April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read more
Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story
posted: Mar. 29, 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
Tips for Managing Oral Pain
posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

Experiencing tooth or oral pain is not fun. If you cannot get to East Rock Dental, LLC right away, the pain may even seem to increase. The old saying that Read more
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
Stress and Your Oral Health
posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

Stress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

At East Rock Dental, LLC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Feb. 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
Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile
posted: Feb. 15, 2023.

Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting Read more
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more