• posted: Nov. 28, 2023

Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read More

• posted: Nov. 21, 2023

At William G Bender, DDS we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit Read More

• posted: Nov. 14, 2023

That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Read More

• posted: Nov. 07, 2023

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read More

• posted: Oct. 31, 2023

the doctor and our team at William G Bender, DDS frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss Read More

• posted: Oct. 24, 2023

One of the things the doctor and our team at William G Bender, DDS monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Third Read More

• posted: Oct. 17, 2023

Sherlock Holmes, that most famous of fictional detectives, observed clues, analyzed them, and used his powers of deduction to arrive at the solution to his cases. the doctor and our team Read More

• posted: Oct. 10, 2023

Perhaps you’ve heard your friends talking about dental sealants, and how well they prevent cavities. And as soon as your child’s permanent molars come in, you absolutely plan to make Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2023

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2023

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. the doctor and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2023

Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. William G Bender, DDS is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As you may already know, Read More

• posted: Sep. 12, 2023

You’ve always taken care of your child’s smile. You make sure thorough brushing and flossing take place twice a day. You serve foods high in vitamins and minerals and low Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2023

Can you believe it's already September? At William G Bender, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize Read More

• posted: Aug. 29, 2023

Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2023

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: Aug. 15, 2023

It seems today’s technology has made every moment a camera-ready opportunity. (Just check your friends and their latest selfies.) What you may not expect is the opportunity to see a Read More