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Are baby teeth really that important?

November 29th, 2023

Your infant’s first teeth will begin to appear around six to 12 months of age. You might wonder how important these primary teeth really are. After all, baby teeth are destined to fall out within a few years and be replaced by a full set of permanent teeth. However, baby teeth have important functions, and…
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Thanksgiving

November 22nd, 2023

At Birch Avenue Dental, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! Dr. Park McClung and Dr. Tammy McClung would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Cottage Grove area to the national level! When Americans sit down to dinner on the last Thursday of November, the day that Abraham…
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Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile

November 15th, 2023

Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting the recommended amounts of proteins, vitamins, and minerals in their prenatal diets. But a mother can’t “eat for two” to make sure her child’s adult…
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Welcome to our blog!

November 2nd, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to visit our blog. Please check back often for weekly updates on fun and exciting events happening at our office, important and interesting information about the dental industry, and the latest news about our practice. Feel free to leave a comment or question for our doctors and staff -…
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