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Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jul. 03, 2024.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more -
Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
posted: Jun. 26, 2024.
In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth Read more -
Diabetes and Dental Care
posted: Jun. 19, 2024.
When most people think of complications of diabetes, they think of an increased risk of blindness, limb amputation, heart disease, and neuropathy. However, the doctor and our team want you Read more -
Celebrate Your Dad's Smile
posted: Jun. 12, 2024.
Father’s Day is coming up, and, just in case your dad has enough ties, we have some gifting suggestions for you. Here’s a selection of gifts large and small tailored Read more -
Water Features
posted: Jun. 05, 2024.
Heading for the beach! Hiking to the lake! Keeping cool with a tall, frosty glass of ice water in a foreign bistro, or taking a refreshing gulp from the fountain Read more -
I haven’t been to the dentist in years; what should I expect?
posted: May 29, 2024.
Time flies when we are not at the dentist! Before you know it, years may have gone by. Let’s take a moment to explain what takes place when a patient Read more -
Memorial Day
posted: May 22, 2024.
Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more -
Dental Anxiety
posted: May 15, 2024.
If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Jay Dumas might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever the reason, Read more -
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 08, 2024.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more -
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 01, 2024.
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Jay Dumas. Everyone wants a glowing Read more -
Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
posted: Apr. 24, 2024.
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than Read more -
Earth Day
posted: Apr. 17, 2024.
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 -
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
posted: Apr. 10, 2024.
You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read more -
This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 03, 2024.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more -
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Mar. 27, 2024.
Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more -
What Are Dental Sealants?
posted: Mar. 20, 2024.
You’re constantly playing defense. Your child spends two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night carefully brushing and flossing with a fluoride toothpaste. You make sure sugary and Read more