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Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

If you play a contact sport, you know about mouthguards. You know about the cushioning protection they provide for your teeth. And not just your teeth—mouthguards also help protect your Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

The dental section of your local drugstore or favorite online site offers more dental tools for home care than ever before. Little angled mirrors. Tongue scrapers. Gum stimulators. Interproximal brushes. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

At Thomas J. Meyering, DDS, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to be Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

Over time, everyone’s teeth can naturally become dull, due to aging and consumption of staining foods such as chocolate and coffee. The good news is that teeth-whitening treatments can help Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

You find yourself drowsy and irritable all day. Or you have trouble sleeping, and when you do, you snore loudly throughout the night punctuated with silent pauses where you aren’t Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Thomas J. Meyering, DDS, a brighter smile is quick and Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. the Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 09, 2025.

Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve. Act Two: The 32 (if you Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 02, 2025.

Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 25, 2025.

Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! Here are some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking and feeling its best. #1 Good Dental Hygiene Doesn’t Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 18, 2025.

One of the first exciting childhood experiences we outgrow is the excitement of discovering a loose tooth. Sadly, there’s no adult Tooth Fairy waiting to exchange a gift for a Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 11, 2025.

What a milestone! The transition from bottle to sippy cup is one of baby’s first steps toward toddler independence. And like all first journeys, some helpful guideposts come in handy. Read more