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Why Many Elite Athletes Suffer From Poor Oral Health

Elite athletes are almost always in incredible shape. But a recent study has found that, statistically, they may be more susceptible to tooth disease and

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April 4, 2020
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How Parkcrest Dental Group Ensures Excellent Customer Service

At Parkcrest Dental Group, our entire staff is dedicated to providing customer service that goes above and beyond. We have built our reputation for excellence

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January 29, 2020
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Dental

A Beginner’s Guide to Dental Fillings

Most visits to the dentist are for standard cleaning and whitening procedures, but sometimes cavities and fillings become the focus of your visit. While there

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January 22, 2020
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How to Choose the Right Dental Office

There are many reasons you may have decided to look for a new dental office. Perhaps you weren’t happy with their service, or maybe you

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November 28, 2019
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Parkcrest Dental Group Supports Springfield Little Theatre

At Parkcrest Dental Group, we know that the Springfield community is the reason we are able to find success. Any chance to give back to

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November 26, 2019
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Why You Shouldn’t Chew on Ice

Many people have enjoyed crunching down on an ice cube or two after consuming a beverage, or they’ve chomped down on a snow cone during

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September 17, 2019
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The Most Common Signs That You Have Gum Disease

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is an extremely common affliction that many people don’t realize they suffer from. Gum disease often goes untreated because many

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July 27, 2019
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Root Canal

If an upcoming root canal has you feeling nervous then this is the blog for you! In this blog, Parkcrest Dental demystifies the commonly dreaded

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March 31, 2019
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Cosmetic Dentistry

Parkcrest: Questions To Ask During A Cosmetic Dental Consultation

Are you having cosmetic dental surgery in the near future? This Parkcrest Dental  Group blog discusses the most important questions to ask your dentist during

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March 30, 2019
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