The Germantown Dental Group Blog

Dental news, tips and happenings to make you smile.

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Six Month Smiles® and the Benefits of “Short-Term Orthodontics”

Recently, three of our Dental Assistants here at Germantown Dental Group traveled to Los Angeles, California to attend a continuing education course on Six Month Smiles®, an orthodontic technique designed to correct teeth misalignment in a faster and more convenient way. The level one course covered a comprehensive range of topics relating to this innovative Read More

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Porcelain Veneers vs. DURAthin® Veneers

At Germantown Dental Group, we offer two different types of porcelain veneers to custom-tailor this popular cosmetic dentistry solution to your unique needs. Traditional porcelain veneers can simultaneously correct a wide range of tooth imperfections, such as chips, cracks, discoloration, and mild cases of misalignment. With traditional porcelain veneers, the affected teeth are prepared by Read More

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How Long do Porcelain Veneers Last?

While porcelain veneers from our dentists here at Germantown Dental Group are known for their strength and durability, it’s important to take some precautions in order to maximize the longevity of this popular cosmetic dentistry solution. Whether you are opting for porcelain veneers to correct a chip, crack, stain, or misalignment, proper dental care can Read More

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Can I Get Porcelain Veneers?

One of our most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures at Germantown Dental Group, porcelain veneers have helped many of our patients renew the appearance of their smiles. Porcelain veneers have the ability to conceal and improve a variety of common tooth concerns, including cracks, chips, stains, and even mild tooth misalignment. In addition, porcelain veneers are Read More

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Giving Back with Guitars for Vets

Whether you are coming in for a routine oral exam or improving your smile with treatments such as porcelain veneers or teeth whitening, our dentists at Germantown Dental Group value the trust you and your family places in us. In return, we strive to constantly improve our practice to better serve you and our surrounding Read More

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Dental Care Financing and Payment Options

Your smile is an invaluable asset, one that can be protected, maintained, and enhanced with the right dental care. In addition to taking into consideration your unique oral health needs and goals, at Germantown Dental Group we also recognize that cost can be a factor in your decision. To this end, we offer a wide Read More

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Dental Pulp Stem Cells May Help Stroke Patients

A recent article published by Dr. Kylie Ellis in the Journal of Stem Cell Research & Therapy revealed a shocking discovery: stem cells from dental pulp can grow to resemble brain-like cells in the right environment. Dr. Ellis, a researcher from the University of Adelaide, believes this revelation can drastically improve treatment options for patients Read More

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What is the Tooth Fairy paying at your house these days?

For a child losing a tooth and receiving a cash gift while they sleep is a rite of passage and an exciting moment in life. Is there a standard cash reward for losing a tooth in today’s economy? What does the tooth fairy pay at your house? Please share your household standards and any funny Read More