If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of Dr. Steven Kolnes and Dr. Nicola Khoury suffer from darkened teeth due to the natural aging process, regular consumption of coffee or tea, or nicotine staining from cigarettes. Some people may have darkened […]
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At Montague Dental Excellence, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few days, while others are more serious and should not be ignored. Mouth sores occur for many different reasons, but bacterial infections, viruses, or funguses
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What’s the difference? Read More »
At Montague Dental Excellence, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited Dr. Steven Kolnes and Dr. Nicola Khoury and our team for a week or for your entire life, we would love to hear your thoughts about your experience! In fact, we encourage you to leave a few words for
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On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland. The saint arrived in Ireland in 432 and earned the reputation of a champion of Irish Christianity. March 17th, the day
Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they are protected from plaque build-up and decay early on. Dr. Steven Kolnes and Dr. Nicola Khoury and our staff recommend sealants as a preventive measure
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At Montague Dental Excellence, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost your oral health is by improving your diet, because you (and your mouth) truly are what
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Feeling apprehensive or guilty for not visiting a dentist in over a year is common, but coming back to receive dental care is easier than you may think. Our dental team at Montague Dental Excellence provides caring, non-judgmental, personalized service, and knowing this you can truly feel at ease making your first appointment back. During
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Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well, the chances are unlikely, however, there have been a number of dentists throughout history that have achieved acclaim and celebrity coming from a profession that
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Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine’s Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Emperor Claudius II and secretly married young men and their brides after the emperor had declared it illegal because only single, young men could be
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When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, Dr. Steven Kolnes and Dr. Nicola Khoury and our team at Montague Dental Excellence suggest five habits worth adopting that will help keep your teeth healthy:
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