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A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Gregory J Gossick, DDS, a brighter smile is quick and Read more
Seven Ways to Repurpose Old Toothbrushes
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.

It’s done a wonderful job for you, but after three or four months, the time has come to retire your toothbrush. Bristles that once easily removed food particles and plaque Read more
Losing a Baby Tooth
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.

It seems like yesterday. There you were, comforting your baby through sleepless nights, soothing her with a dentist-approved teether, celebrating as that first tiny tooth poked through her gums. And Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
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
Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Your dashboard lights up when you need an oil change. Your smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace your toothbrush, Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

At Gregory J Gossick, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Oxford, Michigan Read more
Taking Charge of Your Dental Health
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Now that you’re a teenager, you have a lot more responsibility and independence. Choosing high school classes and electives. Getting a driver’s license. Landing your first job. And those new Read more
Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

If a sip of ice water, spoonful of ice cream, or piping hot latte is enough to send shivers up your spine from tooth sensitivity, be assured you are not Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
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
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
My child has canker sores! How can I help?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

the doctor and our team at Gregory J Gossick, DDS hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a Read more
Year-End Insurance Reminder
posted: Oct. 05, 2021.

the doctor, as well as our team at Gregory J Gossick, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of Read more
What exactly is tinnitus?
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.

It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more
Dental-Healthy Snacks for Your School-Aged Child
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.

Kids are constantly active and constantly growing. No wonder they’re constantly hungry! When it’s time for a snack, here are some tips to make between meal treats timely, tasty, and Read more
Is a Crown Necessary for My Child’s Baby Tooth?
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

Part of the charm of your child’s smile is those delicate, diminutive baby teeth. We enjoy those smiles while we can, because soon enough, primary teeth make way for the Read more