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September is National Gum Care Month!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

Can you believe it's already September? At Ami Kagalwala, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the warning Read more
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more
Crown Lengthening for a Less Gummy Smile
posted: Aug. 25, 2021.

If you are like most people, the term "crown lengthening" may not be in your daily vocabulary, and therefore may be confusing if recommended by your dentist. However, crown lengthening Read more
Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

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
The Importance of Dental Hygiene With Braces
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Braces can give you a brand new smile by addressing a wide range of orthodontic issues, such as crooked teeth or a misaligned bite. Maintaining good dental hygiene can be Read more
Gum Disease Prevention
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

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
When Should My Wisdom Teeth be Extracted?
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Pain or discomfort can occur when the wisdom teeth are coming in but often subsides once the teeth have fully erupted. When the wisdom teeth do not fully erupt or Read more
What are the benefits of visiting a dentist regularly?
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

Your regularly scheduled dental checkups with the doctor are not just meant to make your smile prettier and healthier. Your mouth’s health has an important impact on your overall physical Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your first job. And those new Read more
Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more
How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

Sometimes people feel a tiny bit nervous when they sit in the dental chair. And sometimes it’s more than a tiny bit. If your anxiety over visiting the office leads Read more
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, Read more
Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

the doctor and our team at Ami Kagalwala will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can affect Read more
Courting Disaster
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read more