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Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as Read more
Sleep Apnea and Its Treatments
Author: Elmer A. Villalon, DDS posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Dr. Elmer Villalon treats sleep apnea patients in Pueblo, CO. If you or someone close to you notices signs of sleep apnea, you should see a doctor to be evaluated Read more
September is National Gum Care Month!
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 07, 2021.

Can you believe it's already September? At Elmer A. Villalon, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize Read more
Celebrate Labor Day by Getting Away
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 31, 2021.

Labor Day honors the contributions that workers have made to this country, and for many Americans, the holiday is a great time to relax at home with family and friends. Read more
Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches and Abscesses
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

You never know when a dental problem may arise. Unfortunately, they don’t necessarily occur during office hours. the doctor can provide you with the proper information and treatment options to Read more
Famous Dentists in History
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 17, 2021.

Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well, Read more
Your Snoring Might Be More Serious Than You Think
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 10, 2021.

Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. It’s most common among middle-aged adults, and the most prevalent symptom is loud snoring. Sleep apnea Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 03, 2021.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
Electric or Manual Toothbrush: Why It Does (and Doesn't) Matter
Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 27, 2021.

You live in the golden age of toothbrushes. Until a few decades people used twigs or brushes made from animal hair to clean their teeth: not very soft and none Read more
How to Choose the Best Mouthwash
Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 20, 2021.

As we all know, or should by now, the key to maintaining great oral health is keeping up with a daily plan of flossing, brushing, and using mouthwash. These three Read more
What Are Dental Sealants?
Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

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
What Your Snoring Could Be Telling You
Author: Elmer A. Villalon, DDS posted: Jul. 13, 2021.

There are many reasons why someone might snore. Of course, if your partner complains that your snoring is akin to a buzz saw or freight train, then this habit could Read more
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 06, 2021.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more
Happy Fourth of July
Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 29, 2021.

Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they Read more
Care for Your Dentures
Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 22, 2021.

Just like natural teeth, the doctor will tell you that dentures have a tendency to get coated with plaque, which is a sticky, transparent film that attracts food and bacteria. Read more
Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 15, 2021.

Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your Read more