Penn Dental Medicine Blog
Our goal in this patient care blog is to provide information that will help you make informed decisions on your dental care and oral health, while also helping you gain further information on some of our services and procedures. Check back often -- new information is added on a regular basis.
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Your Search for a Spanish-Speaking Dentist Is Over (Here’s Why) |
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Have you been looking for a Spanish-speaking dentist? If so, you’re not alone! After conducting a survey to determine the language preferences of our Penn Dental… |
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Penn Dental Medicine Provides Compassionate Care to the LGBTQ+ community |
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The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) population has long dealt with disparities in health care. In fact, according to a panel discussion sponsored by… |
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How Dental Technology is Helping Patients Transform Their Smiles |
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An article published in the International Journal of Dentistry aptly quotes “Today, the digital revolution is changing the workflow and consequently changing operating procedures.” The story… |
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Learn How to Prevent and Treat a Tooth Infection |
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Have you ever experienced tooth sensitivity from hot or cold temperatures? Or throbbing, constant pain in your tooth or jaw? These symptoms could mean that you… |
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High-Quality, Affordable Dental Care to Cover All Your Oral Health Needs |
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One reason why people might delay or avoid visiting the dentist is out of fear that they can’t afford dental work. In fact, some people may… |
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Penn’s Groundbreaking Approach to Dental Fear |
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Understand the Nature of Dental Fear and How We Can Help You Overcome It How can I get over my fear of the dentist? It’s a… |
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Find an Affordable Dentist With the Help of Penn Dental Medicine |
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Did you know that according to a report published by the American Dental Association (ADA), approximately 59% of American adults avoid going to the dentist due… |
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Save Money With Professional Teeth Cleaning! |
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Why a Visit to the Dentist Will Save You Money (Now and in the Long Run) For many individuals, regular six-month visits to the dentist are… |
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Tobacco Effects and Your Health |
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Tobacco use negatively affects your body in many ways, leading to a variety of health complications. Some are more immediate, while others take a heavy toll… |
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Healthy Aging Month: Understand Your Options for Tooth Replacement! |
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These Tooth Replacement Options Help You Look and Feel Good One of the biggest myths about aging is that tooth loss is inevitable as you get… |
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Options in Philadelphia |
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Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for Conditions Affecting the Facial Structures If your dentist has suggested you may need “oral and maxillofacial surgery,” you probably have a… |
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Seven Dental Issues That Can Cause a Toothache |
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Patients often understand a toothache to indicate tooth decay. While pain can certainly indicate the presence of a cavity or tooth decay, there are other potential… |
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The Facts About Root Canal Recovery |
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Avoid Excessive Pain After Your Root Canal with These Tips A root canal procedure addresses damage and disease inside of a patient’s tooth. Although this procedure… |
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Time to Check Finding a Dental Clinic In Philadelphia Off Your List |
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For many, the start of a new year is an opportune time to create new health goals. While joining a gym or taking long walks after… |
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What’s Included in Comprehensive Dental Care Services? |
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Numerous Dental Services at One, Affordable Clinic When you think of a dentist, what comes to mind? Most people think of dental cleanings and other preventive… |
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Choose Penn Dental Medicine for Affordable Wisdom Teeth Removal |
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Alleviate Your Pain and Save Money in the Process You may have discerned that the gnawing pain in the back of your mouth is coming from… |
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How to Choose the Right Toothbrush for You |
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Tips from Dentists on Choosing the Best Toothbrush Searching for the “right” toothbrush is can be surprisingly difficult. Choosing an affordable toothbrush and receiving the best… |
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Talking to Your Teen: Three Tips for Getting Braces When It’s Time |
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Whether Your Teen Needs Invisible Braces, Lingual Braces, or Traditional Orthodontics, These Tips Will Help You Prepare Them for Treatment Your teenager is getting braces for… |
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Contact
Robert Schattner Center
University of Pennsylvania
School of Dental Medicine
240 S. 40th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-898-8965
pdmapptrequest@dental.upenn.edu
