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Eating Without Teeth

We spend a lot of time talking about how to care for your teeth, and about best practices when it comes to brushing and flossing. While we talk about tooth health, we rarely discuss why having healthy teeth is so … Continue reading

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Upcoming Sporting Perks of Living In North Texas

One of the benefits of living in such a thriving metroplex is the numerous opportunities you have to attend both amateur and professional sports. Especially after the Olympics when we are all invested in our team or interested in seeing … Continue reading

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Teething Facts Every Parent (And Sitter) Should Know

For all of you parents out there (particularly first-time parents), we understand how difficult it is to determine what is going on with your new baby. Looking things up on WebMD easily raises your anxiety level, and many times you … Continue reading

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The Health History Your Dentist Wishes You’d Brought Up

The dreaded question at the dentist: have you been flossing? While the vast majority of people answer in the affirmative, the truth is a dentist can always tell if you are fibbing. We all know the “right” answers to the … Continue reading

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Structure of Your Gums

We spend a lot of time talking about our teeth. Obviously your pearly whites are important, but what about the tissue below or above them? Have you ever thought about the structure of your gums? You might have googled, “why … Continue reading

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If You Know A Child Born With A Cleft Lip

Cleft lips and cleft palates are familiar birth defects that occur in about 1 in 550 births. It would not be uncommon if you know or have interacted with someone with this condition, or whose children were born with the … Continue reading

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The Real Reasons to Cancel a Dental Appointment

While we hope all our patients here at Josey Lane are looking forward to coming to their bi-annual cleanings, we know that many of you suffer from dental anxiety. This anxiety can make it easy to come up with a … Continue reading

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The Guide to MAKE You Smile

Here at Josey Lane, we’re not only concerned about your smile, but also what makes you smile.   Happiness is key to full body wellness, and as you know, oral health is directly correlated to your overall health. The subject … Continue reading

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Carrollton—Then And Now

The history of our state is about as ubiquitous as the history of the country. State pride runs deep among Texans, and the tales of the olden days of our independence fill history books and school lectures.   While many … Continue reading

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DFW Gyms You’ve Got to Know About

You made the resolution to get back in shape in the new year. But halfway through the month, your daily gym workouts are losing their pizazz, and you are now desperately searching for another heartbeat-raising activity that can keep you … Continue reading

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