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Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda: Which is better for teeth?
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.

When most patients ask the doctor this question, they're thinking strictly about sugar content — cut out the bacteria-feeding sugar that's present in regular soda by opting for a diet Read more
How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Karen Torres, DDS, PA believe everyone’s smile should be a something they can be proud of. Most of us aren’t born with naturally perfect Read more
Root Cavities
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.

When we don’t keep up with our dental hygiene, plaque buildup can result in three kinds of cavities. Pit and fissure cavities are found on the tops of molars, where Read more
Getting Ready for Summer Sports
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Karen Torres, DDS, PA will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our Read more
Suffer from Dental Anxiety? Not a Problem.
posted: May 28, 2024.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what the root of that anxiety Read more
Memorial Day
posted: May 21, 2024.

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
Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
posted: May 14, 2024.

We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly Read more
The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 07, 2024.

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
The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Apr. 30, 2024.

Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or Read more
When should I floss during the day?
posted: Apr. 23, 2024.

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Karen Torres, DDS, PA maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2024.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
When should a filling be replaced?
posted: Apr. 09, 2024.

There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal Read more
This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 02, 2024.

Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
What is biofilm?
posted: Mar. 26, 2024.

Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of Read more
Diastema, or, Mind the Gap!
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.

Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.

Millions of people, around CARY, North Carolina 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