With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Midland Dental these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much so that
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Are you nervous about seeing the dentist? You’re not alone!
posted: Dec. 09, 2025.
With advances in modern dentistry, a trip to Midland Dental these days is pretty routine. But visiting the doctor and our team still makes some patients anxious—so much so that
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Holiday Gift Ideas for Healthy Holiday Smiles
posted: Dec. 02, 2025.
Need some gift ideas for family members and friends who seem to have absolutely everything? Who are impossible to shop for? Who tell you not to worry, it’s the thought
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Tips for a Tooth-Friendly Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 25, 2025.
Nothing is more welcome at the Thanksgiving table than your happy, healthy smile! Here are some ideas to keep your holiday smile looking and feeling its best.
#1 Good Dental Hygiene Doesn’t
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Can my child really avoid tooth decay?
posted: Nov. 18, 2025.
Great question! Yes, in fact, tooth decay is preventable! Decay, which is caused by sugars left in your child’s mouth, can turn into an acid, which in turn can break
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Smoking and Dental Implants
posted: Nov. 11, 2025.
Congratulations! You’ve made the decision to replace a missing tooth with an implant. While an implant will restore the appearance of your smile, you also know that there are many
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Tips for Cold and Flu Season
posted: Nov. 04, 2025.
It’s peak cold and flu season, a time to be especially conscious about your health. We have some suggestions to help you navigate this contagious time of year, with bonus
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Let’s Make Halloween Treats Less Tricky!
posted: Oct. 28, 2025.
If the scariest part of Halloween in Southern Pines, North Carolina is trying to figure out which treats are braces-friendly and which treats are braces-frightful, we have a fiendishly simple
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How do OTC whitening treatments compare to in-office whitening?
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.
If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to
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Brushing Tips for Kids
posted: Oct. 14, 2025.
You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten
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October Is Orthodontic Health Month!
posted: Oct. 07, 2025.
October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Southern Pines, North Carolina, and the healthy smiles which
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Women's Hormones and Oral Health
posted: Sep. 30, 2025.
At Midland Dental, we know that hormones affect a woman's mood, but did you know they can also impact the health of a woman’s mouth? Women are susceptible to gum
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What is a crown?
posted: Sep. 23, 2025.
the doctor and our team at Midland Dental hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also
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Do We Outgrow Tooth Decay?
posted: Sep. 16, 2025.
Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further!
We tend to think
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Oral Health Concerns for Teens
posted: Sep. 09, 2025.
You have a lot more freedom as a teenager than you did as a young child. You also have a lot more responsibilities, and one of your jobs is to
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Some Benefits to Giving Your Smile an Extra Boost
posted: Sep. 02, 2025.
For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an
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Straight Talk about Your Smile
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.
Braces and aligners help straighten teeth and create a confident, attractive smile. And those visible benefits are amazing! But orthodontic treatment has an even more important purpose than transforming the
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