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  • Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 29, 2023.

    the doctor and our team at M L King Dental Center will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious Read more
  • Does Your Filling Need Replacing?

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

    No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
  • St. Patrick's Day

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

    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
  • Clean Toothbrush/Healthy Toothbrush

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

    We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have Read more
  • Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths

    Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

    At M L King Dental Center, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to Read more
  • A Prescription for Oral Health

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 22, 2023.

    You and your dentist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended, Read more
  • Tips for a Whiter Smile

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 15, 2023.

    Everyday life can take a toll on the whiteness of our teeth: Foods we love as well as soft drinks and coffee can stain them over time. Poor brushing and Read more
  • Team Dark Chocolate

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

    Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more
  • February is Heart Month

    Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

    The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
  • Oral Cancer

    Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 25, 2023.

    the doctor and our team want you to have the healthiest possible smile in the healthiest possible body. Oral cancer can affect the mouth, tongue, throat and jaw. Early detection Read more
  • At Home vs In Office Teeth Whitening Procedures

    Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 08, 2021.

    Since we look at our teeth every day, there's a good chance that you noticed your smile is not as bright as you would like it to be. If you're Read more
    Category: Dental Procedures
  • Love and Hip Hop Host's No-Gap Smile and How You Can Have One Too

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 28, 2021.

    Nina Parker, the host of Love & Hip Hop for six seasons, is now busy with the new game show Blockbusters and her own talk show The Nina Parker Read more
    Category: Dental Procedures
  • Curb Your Carb Consumption to Boost Your Defenses Against Gum Disease

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 18, 2021.

    You're doing the right things to avoid the return of gum disease: brushing and flossing every day, dental visits on a regular basis and watching for symptoms of another Read more
    Category: Oral Health
  • Clear Aligners Vs Tradition Braces

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 17, 2021.

    There are several orthodontic treatments available to help you improve and straighten your smile. The MLK Dental Center offers clear aligners for those in Atlanta, GA, and Washington Park, GA, Read more
    Category: Dental Procedures
  • Diabetes Could Impact Your Oral Health

    Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 08, 2021.

    More than 1 in 10 Americans has some form of diabetes. This metabolic condition disrupts the body's regulation of glucose in the bloodstream, giving rise to health problems like Read more
    Category: Oral Health
  • Dental Cleanings Take on New Importance After Gum Disease

    Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 29, 2021.

    There are few things sweeter to hear than for your dentist to tell you your periodontal (gum) disease is under control. Depending on how deep the infection may have Read more
    Category: Oral Health