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Why Early Intervention Matters for People with Cleft Conditions

Every year, thousands of babies are born in the United States with cleft lip and/or cleft palate—conditions that affect the shape and function of the upper lip, nose, and roof of the mouth.
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Labial Frenectomy for Older Children and Teenagers for Orthodontics

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A labial frenectomy is a relatively simple surgical procedure that can have a significant impact on a person's oral health and overall well-...
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National Facial Protection Month: Avoid Trips to the Emergency Room

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Spring means the joy of outdoor activities, but National Facial Protection Month is a timely reminder that adults and children should make s...
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Dental Hygiene Checklist: Follow These Steps to Achieve Good Oral Health

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Paying attention to your dental hygiene affects a whole lot more than your winning smile. “Oral health affects our ability to eat, speak, sm...
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Pediatric Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Pediatric Oral Surgery may be needed when a child’s teeth are growing abnormally, have become infected or an accident has damaged them in so...
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Understanding the Scope of Pediatric Oral Surgery

Pediatric Oral Surgery may be needed when a child’s teeth are growing abnormally, have become infected or an accident has damaged them in so...
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Oral Surgery for Pediatric Patients

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At Northwest Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, we take special care to make sure that our youngest patients and their parents are comfortable an...
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How to Keep Your Children Safe at the Dentist

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After the tragic death of 3-year-old Daleyza Hernandez Avila earlier this summer, the safety of children undergoing anesthesia for common de...
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