How safe are dental X-rays?

July 31st, 2024

Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real time while we examine your mouth with an intraoral camera and upload the images to a software program. A chairside computer monitor…
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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses

July 24th, 2024

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri can provide you with the information and treatment you need to prevent the problem from becoming worse. Emergency dental care is…
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Kids and Teeth Grinding

July 17th, 2024

Grind, grind, grind… if your little one happens to be a teeth grinder, you may be familiar with this unpleasant sound. Teeth grinding, or what Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri and our team at Portage Pediatric Dentistry also call bruxism, is common in children. In fact, three out of ten kids grind or clench their…
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When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child

July 10th, 2024

Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. Dr. Wrathall and Dr. Uggeri and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for your son or daughter’s teeth. It’s essential to understand what your child will need from you when it comes to his or…
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