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New Year's Day Around the World
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
Do You Have an Ageless Smile? Let Us Help You Keep It!
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

In your golden years, you’ve become a pioneer in tooth care. Yours is probably the first generation in history that can expect to keep most of their natural teeth for Read more
What is a Root Canal?
Author: Martinsville Smiles Family Dentistry posted: Dec. 15, 2021.

It's hard to imagine anyone jumping for joy at the mention of a root canal treatment. If your dentists, Dr. Mark Crabtree, Dr. Charles Jenkins, and Dr. David Stafford, at Read more
Why are my gums shrinking?
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 07, 2021.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
When to Replace Fillings
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

A dental filling replaces and restores the health of a tooth that has been damaged. Often, the need for a filling results from a cavity due to a large amount Read more
Thanksgiving
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Mark A. Crabtree, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Martinsville, Virginia Read more
Dental Anxiety
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Mark A. Crabtree, DDS might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever Read more
When do children usually lose their baby teeth?
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

Many parents worry that their children’s teeth are not falling out on time. A lot of concerned parents want to know: When will my child lose his or her first Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
Author: Anonymous posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Care for Your Dentures
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Just like natural teeth, the doctor will tell you that dentures have a tendency to get coated with plaque, which is a sticky, transparent film that attracts food and bacteria. Read more
Can children be at risk for periodontal disease?
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for Read more
Gain a Brighter Smile With Teeth Whitening
Author: Martinsville Smiles Family Dentistry posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

Do you have unwanted stains or discoloration on the surface of your teeth preventing you from looking your best? If you are like most people who regularly smoke, drink coffee, Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Mark Read more
Does flossing hurt your gums?
Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding Read more