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Cregger Family Dentistry

Aaron J. Cregger, DDS & James J. Schneider, DDS

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How MLB Star Aaron Judge Changed His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Apr. 09, 2021.

Between the final game of the World Series in late October and spring training in February, major league baseball players work on their skills preparing for the new season. Reporters Read more
Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
posted: Mar. 30, 2021.

Around ages 6 to 8, a child's primary teeth will begin to loosen to make way for their permanent teeth. If all goes well, the new set will come in Read more
3 Tips to Making Mealtime Easier During TMD Flare-Ups
posted: Mar. 20, 2021.

If you suffer from a temporomandibular (“jaw joint”) pain disorder (TMD), you know any activity involving jaw movement can be uncomfortable. That includes eating.But avoiding eating isn’t an option—which means Read more
5 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Mar. 10, 2021.

Among our most common diseases, tooth decay can be a big problem at any age: in the U.S., one in four children 5 and under has some form of the Read more
Master Illusionist Benefits from the Magic of Orthodontics
posted: Feb. 28, 2021.

Magician Michael Grandinetti mystifies and astonishes audiences with his sleight of hand and mastery of illusion. But when he initially steps onto the stage, it’s his smile that grabs the Read more
Treating Dry Mouth is Important for Maintaining Good Oral Health
posted: Feb. 18, 2021.

Saliva is a true workhorse among bodily fluids — it breaks down food for digestion, keeps harmful bacteria in check and neutralizes acid that is destructive to tooth surfaces. So Read more
Flossing an Implant-Supported Bridge can Prevent a Damaging Gum Infection
posted: Feb. 08, 2021.

In recent years, dental implants have helped traditional bridgework take a giant leap forward. A few strategically placed implants can provide the highest support and stability we can currently achieve Read more
Not All Bacteria are Harmful to Oral Health
posted: Jan. 29, 2021.

Most people associate bacteria with disease and ill health. But the real story about the trillions of microscopic organisms now living in and on your body is a bit more Read more
Dental Magic Transforms Smiles
posted: Jan. 19, 2021.

Magician Michel Grandinetti can levitate a 500-pound motorcycle, melt into a 7-foot-tall wall of solid steel, and make borrowed rings vanish and reappear baked inside bread. Yet the master illusionist Read more
Early Intervention can Correct Abnormal Upper Jaw and Palate Growth
posted: Jan. 09, 2021.

Poor bites, also known as “malocclusions,” can have a dramatic impact on mouth function and appearance. Moving teeth to better positions will solve most of these bite problems — but Read more
Put an End to Bad Oral Habits to Slow the Rate of Tooth Wear
posted: Dec. 30, 2020.

While tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease destroy more teeth than any other causes, both of these diseases are largely preventable with proper oral hygiene and dental treatment. It’s more Read more
Professional Whitening Offers an Effective Way to Restore Your Smile's Luster
posted: Dec. 20, 2020.

Your teeth were meant to shine! Tooth enamel’s polished translucence, framed by the dentin layer beneath it, has a way of vibrantly catching the light when you smile. But tooth Read more
Kevin Bacon's Mango-Slicing Trick and Other Ways to Rid Food Between Your Teeth
posted: Dec. 10, 2020.

During the COVID-19 quarantines, stir-crazy celebrities have been creating some “unique” home videos—like Madonna singing about fried fish to the tune of “Vogue” in her bathroom or Cardi B busting Read more
Treating a Child's Tooth Injury May Require Special Consideration
posted: Nov. 30, 2020.

Often as children grow older, their participation in sports or similar activities increases. While generally encouraged, this greater activity does increase injury risk, especially to the mouth.In fact, the late Read more
Cone Beam X-Rays can Improve Outcomes in Many Dental Situations
posted: Nov. 20, 2020.

For decades, dental x-rays have helped us accurately diagnose and treat a wide array of dental diseases and conditions. But even with recent advances in digital imaging, the traditional x-ray Read more
Take Steps to Save an Incoming Tooth's Place to Avoid a Poor Bite
posted: Nov. 10, 2020.

At your child's latest dental visit, you found out one of their primary (“baby”) teeth has become decayed and in danger of loss. Of course, you may think, it's only Read more

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