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• posted: Oct. 10, 2023

When your wisdom teeth start to emerge it can definitely be painful, but it can be even worse if your wisdom teeth become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are trying to Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

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 Maria Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2023

the doctor and our team at Maria F. Nichols, D.D.S. frequently get questions about cavity causes and prevention. You brush twice a day and floss regularly. You rinse with mouthwash, Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2023

At Maria F. Nichols, D.D.S., we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

At Maria F. Nichols, D.D.S., we see a lot of patients who are concerned about their bad breath, also known as halitosis. So today we thought we would educate our Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023

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

• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

“What is the strongest substance in the body?” If this question comes up on trivia night, be prepared to impress your team when you confidently answer, “Tooth enamel!” Tooth enamel? The Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

One of the most enjoyable parts of looking at family pictures is finding resemblances. You have your father’s brown eyes and your grandmother’s curly hair. You’ve got your aunt’s basketball Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2023

It seems today’s technology has made every moment a camera-ready opportunity. (Just check your friends and their latest selfies.) What you may not expect is the opportunity to see a Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2023

Our teeth perform several vital roles for us. We use them to bite and chew, to help form words, to support our facial structure. And never underestimate the power of Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2023

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

• posted: Jul. 25, 2023

When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2023

It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2023

TMD occurs when your bite is not properly aligned. It can cause the jaw to experience unnatural stresses and prevent it from resting properly when your mouth is closed. If Read More

• posted: Jul. 04, 2023

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

• posted: Jun. 27, 2023

You’re constantly playing defense. Your child spends two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night carefully brushing and flossing with a fluoride toothpaste. You make sure sugary and Read More