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Sippy Cups
posted: Mar. 25, 2026.

What a milestone! The transition from bottle to sippy cup is one of baby’s first steps toward toddler independence. And like all first journeys, some helpful guideposts come in handy. Read more
Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
posted: Mar. 18, 2026.

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
Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 11, 2026.

Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
Be Good to Your Gums
posted: Mar. 04, 2026.

You brush and floss thoroughly twice a day. You have regular checkups. Everything seems fine on the periodontal radar. Sometimes, however, even healthy gums can become sensitive and irritated. Is Read more
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Feb. 25, 2026.

Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read more
Osteoporosis and Dental Health
posted: Feb. 18, 2026.

What do we know about osteoporosis? We may know that this disease makes the bones more brittle and vulnerable. We may know that osteoporosis is the cause of many a Read more
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 11, 2026.

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
Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
posted: Feb. 04, 2026.

Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read more
Digital X-rays
posted: Jan. 28, 2026.

X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool for any dental professional. X-rays help your endodontist perform a root canal, your orthodontist check the position of a tooth’s root, your oral surgeon Read more
In the Pink
posted: Jan. 21, 2026.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more
When to Begin Dental Care for Your Baby
posted: Jan. 14, 2026.

Children’s oral health differs from the needs of adults in many ways. It’s vital for you to understand what your child needs to keep his or her teeth healthy. the Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 07, 2026.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 31, 2025.

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
posted: Dec. 24, 2025.

The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation Read more
My child has autism. What should we expect at your office?
posted: Dec. 17, 2025.

At Crimson Maple Dental, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's ability to Read more
The Truth about TMJ
posted: Dec. 10, 2025.

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more