When you travel by plane, your flight attendant will advise that in the rare case of an emergency, you must first put on your air mask before attempting to help those around you. When this is not followed, the results can be catastrophic, both for you and for those you might otherwise have been in
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How Candy Threatens Your Child’s Smile | Baltimore Cosmetic Dentist
By Matthew Wallengren on June 1, 2022 in blog, Dentistry, periodontal care, Periodontal Disease, TMJ/TMD
How often does your child eat candy? According to a study conducted by the USDA Economic Research Service, children under 12 consume an average of 49 pounds of sugar in one year. While candy is not the sole source of sugar in a child’s diet, the impacts of sugary candy treats are particularly harmful to
Are You at Risk for Hairy Tongue? | Family Dentist Baltimore
By Matthew Wallengren on May 15, 2022 in blog, Dentistry, periodontal care, Periodontal Disease, TMJ/TMD
You may not realize it, but you could be at risk of developing an unsightly medical condition known as hairy tongue. While it is harmless in most cases, hairy tongue is still an unpleasant ailment. The causes are not always completely known, but practicing good oral hygiene at home and visiting our dental office for
