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Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
posted: Jan. 17, 2024.

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
Mouthguard Protection
posted: Jan. 10, 2024.

Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 03, 2024.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 27, 2023.

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, Read more
Does chronic stress impact periodontal health?
posted: Dec. 20, 2023.

Many studies over the past several years have focused on this question. Since we will all face stressful situations during our life, it is a good question to ask. This Read more
Bright Ideas for Your Smile
posted: Dec. 13, 2023.

Keeping your smile its brightest can be a challenge! The foods you eat, healthy habits, unhealthy habits, and time itself can affect the color of your enamel. Luckily, there are Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 06, 2023.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
posted: Nov. 29, 2023.

No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 22, 2023.

At Shelton Dental Clinic, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Shelton, Nebraska area Read more
Toothache: A dentist or the emergency room?
posted: Nov. 15, 2023.

Emergency care dentists are equipped to handle any tooth emergency. Seeing us first takes less time than having to sit in a hospital emergency room, only to be told to Read more
What are the five things I should do in between visits?
posted: Nov. 08, 2023.

When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the Read more
Cold Comfort
posted: Nov. 01, 2023.

The sounds of the season are filling the air—falling leaves rustling along the sidewalk, football cheers, holiday greetings—and the coughs and sneezes of your fellow sufferers. Yes, it’s cold and Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2023.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Oct. 18, 2023.

One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is Read more
Planning Your Vegetarian Diet with Your Oral Health in Mind
posted: Oct. 11, 2023.

If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes Read more
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 04, 2023.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more