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The Effect of Hormones on Your Oral Health
Portland dentist Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry help patients of all ages and stages of life. Due to the unique hormonal changes women experience, studies have shown that women may have a higher risk of developing oral health problems when compared to men. In addition to dictating mood and feelings,…
Read MoreBest Springtime Food For Your Teeth
Here at East Portland Dentistry, we have many patients who come in with a springtime glow. As the sun peeks through the clouds here in Oregon, we start to think about our health as we come out of hibernation. Dentist in Portland, Oregon Dr. Joy Arend and her team have found that many patients are…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning For Your Dental Health
If you feel stressed and overly busy, it can feel really difficult to take care of your dental health. Dentist in Portland, Oregon Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry encourage patients of all ages to take these simple steps to help improve overall health. Get Rid Of Take Out If you…
Read MoreUnderstanding Stomatitis
Few oral health problems offer the potential for as much pain and embarrassment as stomatitis. Portland dentist Dr. Joy Arend and her team at East Portland Dentistry help patients of all ages heal from stomatitis. The clinical term for an inflamed and sore mouth, stomatitis can develop in such areas as the palate, lips, tongue,…
Read MoreOvercoming Your Dental Anxiety
Ask most people to write down their favorite activities and it’s doubtful that you’d find “visiting the dentist” on anyone’s list. While people do things everyday they don’t necessarily enjoy, for millions of people their dislike of the dentist has manifested into a phobia that prevents them from receiving the oral health care they need…
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