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Your brain plays a pivotal role in your oral comfort. While we’ve relied on local anesthesia for well over a hundred years, we’re only now beginning to understand…
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Your brain plays a pivotal role in your oral comfort. While we’ve relied on local anesthesia for well over a hundred years, we’re only now beginning to understand…

Did you know that the condition of your child’s enamel is dependent upon your healthy pregnancy? New research links enamel problems with pregnancy complications including low birth weight…

We’ve all heard of the emergence of new antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” threatening public health. Due in part to the overuse of antibiotics, researchers are now returning to the method…

A new study confirms that soda is one of the leading causes of dental erosion. Acids in soda and the high sugar content have a detrimental effect on…

Treating periodontitis in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) has been shown to lower the occurrence of heart disease in this population. Proper care of the gums becomes…

We know that oral health is related to overall wellness. And healthy is beautiful! So what do healthy hair and strong teeth have in common? Researchers aim to…

Wednesday, July 8 your favorite dentist, Dr. Shields will be featured on Channel 4 News at 12:30 pm, so set your DVR. You won’t want to miss it!…

If you’ve put off your dental cleanings due to fear, we’ve got great news! Dr. Shields offers sedation dentistry to help put you at ease. People fear dental…

We understand that planning a healthful diet is time-consuming and can seem difficult. One factor is sugar as total caloric intake and sugar’s effect on body weight. But…

The team at Smiles by Shields commonly treats periodontal disease and works with current patients to prevent the onset of periodontal diseases. Researchers at Case Western Reserve have…

At Smiles by Shields, we’re focused on periodontal disease prevention. Regular cleanings and daily brushing and flossing can prevent the development of periodontial disease. Even though it’s preventable,…

Sensitive teeth can make comfort foods like ice cream or hot cocoa unbearable and can lead to a reduced quality of life. We’re committed to helping you achieve…
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