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There is no shortage of things to do in Reno Nevada, but sometimes it’s easy to overlook things that you begin taking for granted.  Take the downtown Riverwalk District for example. It’s a wonderful place to be. If you’re looking for a way to spend an afternoon or evening, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. (more…).

Your teeth are made to last a lifetime, but as does your body, your teeth naturally sustain wear as time goes by. Natural wear happens slowly over a lifetime and includes the wearing of enamel and  tooth structure. However, sometimes certain conditions or habits can cause unnecessary stress and wear on your teeth that are (more…).

Are you a born trendsetter? Do you take great pride in figuring out ways to express yourself with fashion statements? Some physical manifestations of fashion can even involve teeth. One example would be someone having their teeth reshaped to appear outrageously different. Some dentists have even fielded requests to contour canine teeth into true vampire fangs. This type of (more…).

As you are stocking up your Halloween candy stash with miniature chocolate bars and tangy, fruity, chewy, sugary delights for all of the neighborhood children, you may be worried about the harmful effects of candy on your child’s teeth. While all sweets should be eaten in moderation, here are some tips from Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager (more…).

As cosmetic dentistry becomes more sophisticated more and more treatments become available. For instance there are several ways to replace a tooth and there are several ways to fix a tooth. Some are less invasive than others and some are more expensive than others. Today, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans will (more…).

If you keep up with your dental checkups and exams every six months, you have had plenty x-rays taken of your smile. X-rays allow dentists to look inside your teeth and also take a better look at the structure of your jaw. A thoroughly kept dental history allows dental professionals to make sure that children’s (more…).

Tooth sensitivity may not seem like a big deal, until you have dental issues because of it. The shooting pain that comes when you bite into an ice cream cone or take a sip of hot coffee is the result of sensitive teeth which are not properly protected by strong tooth enamel. If you have (more…).

You already know that taking care of your oral health is important. Scientific research even shows that keeping your mouth healthy benefits your overall physical health, as well. Can you describe the different kinds of teeth which inhabit your mouth and what purpose they each serve? Try this fun quiz to improve your dental knowledge. 

Did you enjoy plenty of beach time this summer? If so, it’s possible you’ve dealt with your fair share of seaweed. Sometimes, stepping on seaweed can be an unpleasant irritation with the slimy, squishy sensation on the bottoms of your feet and between your toes. If you knew that seaweed had an enzyme called Bacillus (more…).

When you reach for a cold, fizzy, flavored, carbonated drink, what do you call it? A cola? A Coke? A soda? A pop? A drink by any of these names will taste sweet, bubbly and refreshing. Unfortunately, just like many tasty treats, drinking soda on a regular basis comes with a price, especially in terms of (more…).