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Learning is a lifelong passion at our office. Helping our patients stay informed and educated about the latest dental topics is important to us.
So whether it’s an event here in Elizabethtown or a topic that you need more information on or news about the office, we will post it here in our blog. Let us know how we’re doing!
Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
It’s a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you’re chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery gob whole! It’s at
What are the advantages of dental implants?
Losing a tooth can affect a lot more than just the look of your smile. Missing teeth affect your ability to chew and can also cause problems for your other teeth. It is essential
How do I prevent oral cancer?
The fact is, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation, close to 40,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer this year, resulting in more than 8,000 deaths. Men face twice the risk
St. Patrick’s Day
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.
What can I expect during my implant procedure?
Dental implants are a surgical procedure done by Dr. Richard Knowlton right here at our Elizabethtown, PA office. Screw-like parts made of titanium are inserted into your jaw bone and act as the root
March is National Nutrition Month!
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into our bodies. The Academy
Are dental implants painful? What You Need to Know
Whether it is the result of tooth decay, gum disease, or injury, millions of people suffer tooth loss. Dental implants provide a strong replacement tooth root for fixed replacement teeth that are designed to
Choose Chocolate on Valentine’s Day
From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show affection by gifting sugary
Four Tips for Soothing a Toothache
Whether it’s a dull and throbbing ache or a sharp pain, toothaches can come in many different forms. Chances are you’ve had the discomforting experience once or twice in your life. It’s the type
Knowlton Dental Associates: Committed to Continued Excellence
Recently, Dr. Knowlton and our entire team attended a continuing education lecture series with a rather unorthodox name: “It’s Time for a Rodent to Run your Practice – 7 steps to creating the ‘Happiest
Does getting a dental implant hurt?
Getting a dental implant is a surgical procedure and everyone’s pain tolerance level is different. Therefore, what one person may perceive as pain is only a slight discomfort for another person. The general consensus
What did the first dentures look like?
Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so stained that they
How do I know if my gums are receding?
Gum recession, a common result of gum disease, occurs when the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away or pulls back, forming pockets between the gumline and exposing more of the tooth. Gum
New Year’s Day Around the World
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary by country, religion, and
I can’t stop grinding my teeth! How can a dentist help?
Dr. Richard Knowlton will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a sore jaw, you
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments and services they cover.
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
All Hallows’ Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over the world. Some scholars
Dentistry around the World
From the clinical perspective, dentistry is similar around the world. Dentists, like Dr. Richard Knowlton, go to school, obtain a license, and work hard to prevent and treat tooth decay, gum disease, oral infections,
How to Care for a CEREC® Restoration
Our Elizabethtown, PA office often provides CEREC for patients who need tooth restorations. Quite simply, patients love their new smiles. And they love the durable, easy-to-care-for natural of CEREC. For many people, a CEREC
Fun Facts for the Fourth
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat
Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own Dr. Richard Knowlton recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation from the experts,
Four Oral Health Issues Seniors Face
Oral health is an important and often overlooked component of an older person’s general health and well-being. Dr. Richard Knowlton and our team know that for many of our older patients, oral health can
Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
Memorial Day didn’t become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right after the Civil War.
CEREC® Single-Visit Crown Benefits
Have you ever had a sinking feeling when you bite into something and hear an unsettling crunch? You know you’ve broken a tooth, and worry about just how long it will take to get
I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water, most of which does
The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy
While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they’re seven or eight. Of course, children are more than
Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Knowlton Dental Associates. Common reasons for procrastination are not having the time or fear
New Year’s Eve
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Knowlton Dental Associates included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve
Improve Your Oral Health with CEREC®
You can improve your oral health with CEREC, the most technically advanced tooth restoration method available today. Broken, worn, decayed, misshapen, or otherwise damaged teeth do not function well and are difficult to clean.
How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw for the permanent teeth