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Why Athletes Have Bad Teeth

Posted January 5, 2015 by Wager-Evans Dental

During Olympic years the lives and health of Olympic athletes are a popular topic. Since the last Olympics the dental health-or lack thereof-of Olympic athletes has been in the news time and again. Athletes have been cited for their poor dental health including tooth decay, missing teeth, and periodontal disease. If you’re wondering why athletes, (more…).

Ring in the New Year in the Reno/Sparks Area

Posted December 30, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Shows, gambling, and all kinds of partying can be found in Reno for the adult this New Year’s Eve, but are you looking for family oriented ways to ring in the New Year? If so, Reno hasn’t forgotten about you. Read on to found out ways to ring in the New Year with your family (more…).

Digestion And Dental Health

Posted December 29, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

You learned about digestion in biology; that it begins with chewing and ends with…well you know. What does that have to do with your dental health? Without teeth you can’t chew. Take our true or false quiz to find out how much you still remember about digestion and what it has to do with your (more…).

Did You Kiss Under The Mistletoe?

Posted December 26, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

The holidays are a festive time of year. People decorate their homes to the hilt with lights, trees, garland, and…mistletoe. There isn’t just an abundance of decorations and festivities during the holidays, there is also an abundance of bacteria being transferred from person to person by shaking hands, hugging, tasting each other’s drinks (not recommended), (more…).

FAQs: Do I Need Professional Teeth Whitening?

Posted December 22, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Do you want to greet the New Year with a beautiful, bright smile? Over time, our smile can become dulled as a result of discoloration. Fortunately, you can enjoy a stunning smile with professional teeth whitening. Don’t settle for a stained smile when you have multiple options.

Quiz: Why Do People Need Root Canal Therapy?

Posted December 22, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

What happens when your teeth become infected? A dental infection or abscess can lead to serious consequences, including adult tooth loss and the spread of infection. While most people assume the worst about root canal therapy, this procedure can actually help preserve the health and beauty of your smile.

Holiday Light Displays in the Reno/Sparks Area

Posted December 22, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Enjoy the last few days before Christmas without spending any money. Take in all the different festive, fun, and cheery lit up holiday decorations at businesses, shopping centers, city centers, neighborhoods, and elsewhere. Visit the town Christmas trees and get back in touch with the real meaning of Christmas. Read on to find out where (more…).

Do You Have A Dentist In The Family?

Posted December 19, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Do you have a dentist or dental hygienist in the family that you would like to surprise with a dental-related gift? There are plenty of them out there and some are even practical. They can be used to organize the office, store cookies, for cleanliness in the restroom, or simply to relieve the aches and (more…).

Dental Terms

Posted December 18, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Most likely you’ve been to the dentist twice a year for most of your life, but do you always know what your dental team is talking about? How about when you read dental blogs or articles to keep up on your oral health? Do you understand all of the technical terms? Probably not, unless you (more…).

Stocking Stuffers For Their Smile

Posted December 17, 2014 by Wager-Evans Dental

Christmas is a perfect time to encourage your little ones, middle-sized ones, and even big ones to practice proper oral hygiene habits. There are several dental-related gifts that would be helpful to them. But today we aren’t talking about gifts. We are talking about stocking stuffers. There are several smaller-sized dental products that can help (more…).