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Author: Anonymous posted: May 23, 2023.

Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: May 16, 2023.

For most of our oral health care needs, our family dentist is the perfect person to see. Examinations, cleanings, treating cavities, restorations such as fillings and crowns, preventive care—you’ve probably Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: May 09, 2023.

If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: May 02, 2023.

There are many understandable reasons why you might be feeling less than enthusiastic about your upcoming periodontal treatment.  Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 25, 2023.

If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 18, 2023.

The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 11, 2023.

Gum disease is a common problem among adults, and one the doctor and our periodontal team see all too often. Early stages of gum disease are known as gingivitis, or Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Apr. 04, 2023.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 28, 2023.

Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

Millions of people, around FREMONT, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

At Jeannie Chung, DDS, MS, Inc. Specialist in Periodontics, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

Getting to the Root of the Problem(s) While our roots are well-protected, they’re not indestructible! Several conditions can damage them. But we’re not just about problems—we also have some suggestions to Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because: It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth It causes cavities It causes gum disease And really, Read more