In a great tale of opposites, lemon juice can be both acidic and basic, or alkaline. Read on to find out why people are talking about this, and what it means for your oral and overall health. What is pH…
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Patient Care – Dr Matt Milligan, a general, family & cosmetic dentist, offers dentistry with cleanings, teeth whitening and implants.
If You’re Avoiding the Dentist
We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist.…
A Guide to Cavity Prevention
Imagine this- you have come to see Dr. Matthew Milligan for a cleaning and routine check-up. The cleaning goes well, but then Dr. Milligan tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you…
Fluoride: Good or Bad?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the fluoridation of drinking water is ranked among the ten greatest public health achievements of 20th century America. However, a quick search of the internet tells us that fluoride is actually…
To Be or Not To Be Sugar-Free: The Facts About Common Sweeteners
Originally created for people that can’t consume regular sugars, alternative and artificial sweeteners have become extremely popular in Incline Village in all kinds of different products. From chewing gum to diet soda, Dr. Matthew Milligan wants you to know which…
Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore Bleeding Gums
One of the most common and destructive myths about dental hygiene is that it’s normal for gums to bleed. Dr. Matthew Milligan would like everyone in Incline Village to know that this is not the case! Imagine if we weren’t talking about gums…
Why You Should Know About Diabetes
You have probably heard of diabetes, but did you know that it affects more than seven million people and they aren’t even aware of it? According to the American Diabetes Association, three people will be diagnosed with diabetes during the…
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Have a broken or loose tooth? We can help!
Have you or any of your family members injured a tooth these past few months? Maybe you got a little overzealous with some corn on the cob, maybe your daughter tripped during a game of tag and chipped her tooth,…
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Skin Cancer Protection: Don’t Forget Your Lips!
We know that our patients are smart and you all lather yourself and your loved ones in sunscreen anytime you go outside in the Incline Village sun. You wear your sunglasses, and maybe even a wide-brimmed hat. But do you…
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Teething Relief for Tots!
Well, if you’re reading this you have already made it through teething, but the same cannot be said for a newborn. We at Incline Dental Care care about the health of our Incline Village patients and that’s why we want to provide…
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