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• posted: Aug. 19, 2025

If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read More

• posted: Aug. 12, 2025

the doctor and our team at Markus P. Heyder, DDS and Allison B. Heyder, DDS, PA will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into Read More

• posted: Aug. 05, 2025

Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for Read More

• posted: Jul. 29, 2025

Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read More

• posted: Jul. 22, 2025

the doctor and our team at Markus P. Heyder, DDS and Allison B. Heyder, DDS, PA frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2025

Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with Read More

• posted: Jul. 08, 2025

Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2025

As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read More

• posted: Jun. 24, 2025

Gum disease can be painful and lead to missing teeth if you don’t treat it properly. However, there are plenty of things you can do to lower your risk of Read More

• posted: Jun. 17, 2025

Are energy drinks bad for your teeth? Many of our patients at Markus P. Heyder, DDS and Allison B. Heyder, DDS, PA ask us this question, so here’s the scoop. Energy Read More

• posted: Jun. 10, 2025

Losing a baby tooth is often an exciting event in a child’s life. It’s a sign your child is growing up, and might even bring a surprise from the Tooth Read More

• posted: Jun. 03, 2025

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Markus P. Heyder, DDS and Allison B. Heyder, DDS, PA will be much more active in Read More

• posted: May 27, 2025

If you suffer from sensitive teeth, you already know the frustration of having a type of pain that is hard to deal with. Because tooth sensitivity is sometimes unpredictable, you Read More

• posted: May 20, 2025

Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read More

• posted: May 13, 2025

X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to Read More

• posted: May 06, 2025

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read More