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It is not uncommon to be concerned about your safety when you have dental X-rays performed. Putting on a heavy lead vest may make you apprehensive. The benefits of dental X-rays far outweigh the risks when safety procedures are followed and the number of X-rays is limited to the required number. About Dental X-rays Intraoral…
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The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit James Dean Jensen, DDS, MS, PA for a consultation with Dr. James Dean Jensen. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater…
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Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Dr. James Dean Jensen for an initial orthodontic consultation. The ideal age for an orthodontic evaluation is age seven. At that age,…
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April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering some dental side effects as well. When you have pollen allergies, pollen triggers your body’s immune system to release histamines. Histamines are part of the…
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