What Happens When You Sleep

January 20, 2012

As most people know, we spend about 30% of our lives sleeping. We know that sleep is necessary to function and we know that sleep is important. However, what happens when we sleep is the subject of many research studies in the scientific and medical communities. Although science hasn’t been able to fully explain the [...]

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The Scoop On Fluoride

January 19, 2012

You’ve probably heard from your dentist how important fluoride is to your oral health. Although many people know that fluoride is in toothpaste and helps fight cavities, many of us may not know how it works, what it actually is, and the definitive research that accompanies its widespread use. Dr. Charles Martin and his staff [...]

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“How Can I Afford Cosmetic Dentistry?”

January 18, 2012

Does it seem like everyone around you has whiter teeth, straighter teeth, or just an overall perfect smile? Most people are not born with perfect and illustrious smiles. Chances are the person’s smile you envy is the result of a talented cosmetic dentist. In recent years, cosmetic dentistry has become more commonplace. At first, it [...]

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Commonly Asked Questions About Sleep Apnea

January 17, 2012

Did you know that the Richmond Smile Center offers treatment for their patients who snore or have sleep apnea? As we spend a third of our lives sleeping, Dr. Charles Martin and his staff wants to ensure that our patients get the full night’s sleep they need so that they can function to the best [...]

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Gum Disease and Stroke—Another Deadly Duo

January 16, 2012

With more than 700,000 strokes in the United States each year, this catastrophic cerebrovascular event is one of the leading causes of death. What many don’t realize is that it is also the number one cause of serious long-term disability.
Many refer to stroke as a brain attack, probably because most strokes occur when a clot [...]

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How Eating Healthy Affects Your Teeth

January 13, 2012

Around the middle of January, New Year’s resolutions start to get neglected. The excitement of a new year has waned and reality has begun to set in. Go to the gym? There’s always tomorrow. Eat vegetables and fruits? Pizza sounds better.
While eating healthy might seem like a chore, it is often the saving grace of [...]

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Kathy’s Story

January 12, 2012

Colorful. Some might say outlandish. I say good for them. When Kathy came in she was wearing a purple dress with red accessories and a feathered hat. Her hat looked like something out of a movie. Large, ostentatious, a statement maker. What did it say?!
This was my first introduction to the Red hat Society. My [...]

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Bad Breath and How to Solve It

January 11, 2012

In his book This Won’t Hurt a Bit!, Dr. Charles Martin shares some insight into why you might be experiencing issues of bad breath:

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Are You a Candidate For Cosmetic Dentistry?

January 10, 2012

Do you fawn over pictures of your favorite celebrities and long to have their smile? If so, you may be a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Martin recommends you ask yourself the following questions to see if cosmetic dentistry is right for you.

Are you confident about your smile?
Are you comfortable in smiling broadly around other [...]

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Diabetes, Gum Disease, and Oral Health

January 9, 2012

Read on to learn how diabetes affects overall oral health and how Dr. Martin can help.

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