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Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
posted: May 10, 2022.

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read more
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 03, 2022.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
Nutrition Tips for Healthy Kids’ Smiles
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.

The grown-ups in your life want you to have a healthy, happy smile. That’s why they help you brush and floss, and make sure you come see the doctor for Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.

The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved. Read more
Why You Should Consider Invisible Braces
posted: Apr. 06, 2022.

Crooked or misaligned teeth can prevent you from feeling comfortable showing off your smile in public and can stop you from feeling comfortable in social situations. Invisible braces are an Read more
April is National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.

You have probably counted a hundred reasons to stop smoking. It’s unhealthy. It’s expensive. It annoys the people around you. You have to schedule your day around the next cigarette. Read more
Whitening an Artificial Tooth
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.

It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.

People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
Get A Smile Makeover With Cosmetic Dentistry
posted: Feb. 25, 2022.

Don't hide your smile, improve it! Cosmetic dentistry in Lumberton, NC, can help give you the confidence to smile again. Dr. Colin Osborne offers a variety of cosmetic treatments for Read more
Minimally Invasive Dentistry
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.

As the field of dentistry advances and the use of technology in the field increases, the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has emerged. Preservation of a healthy set of natural Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.

Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
The Importance Of Regular Dental Visits
posted: Feb. 10, 2022.

When was the last time you paid Dr. Colin Osborne a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. We hear the reasons Read more