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Healthy Summer Foods
posted: Jun. 07, 2023.

It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. the doctor will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of Read more
Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
posted: May 31, 2023.

Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read more
Memorial Day
posted: May 24, 2023.

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more
When Is a “Cavity” Not a Cavity?
posted: May 17, 2023.

Is this a trick question? After all, you probably already know quite a lot about cavities: It all begins when bacteria-filled plaque sticks to teeth and starts to attack enamel. How? Because Read more
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 10, 2023.

"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 03, 2023.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Buttercup Dental. Everyone wants a glowing Read more
Symptoms That Could Mean You Need a Root Canal
posted: Apr. 26, 2023.

Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more
Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2023.

During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a Read more
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
posted: Apr. 12, 2023.

Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you're experiencing really a Read more
April is National Facial Protection Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2023.

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Read more
What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
posted: Mar. 29, 2023.

Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read more
Do I lose my wisdom if I lose my wisdom teeth?
posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

Millions of people, around Cedar Park, Texas and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more
Finding the Right Dental Products for Your Child
posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

the doctor and our team know how overwhelming it can be to pick the right dental products for your children. When you visit the dental aisle at the grocery store, Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

Capturing the Moment At Buttercup Dental we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more