What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.

Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early Read more
When snoring becomes more than just annoying: The dangers of sleep apnea
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

Sawing wood. That’s what your wife calls it when you wake her up with your snoring. This type of scenario plays out in homes around the world, and couples have Read more
Pregnancy: What should I know about my oral care?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Christopher Larsen, DMD & Jennifer Worner, DMD know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We Read more
Tips for a Whiter Smile
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

Everyday life can take a toll on the whiteness of our teeth: Foods we love as well as soft drinks and coffee can stain them over time. Poor brushing and Read more
What to Do for Your Loose Tooth
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

One of the first exciting childhood experiences we outgrow is the excitement of discovering a loose tooth. Sadly, there’s no adult Tooth Fairy waiting to exchange a gift for a Read more
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more
It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.

People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.

When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read more
Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.

Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments Read more
Adults Can Get Cavities, Too
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.

There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read more
Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.

You have probably counted a hundred reasons to stop smoking. It’s unhealthy. It’s expensive. It annoys the people around you. You have to schedule your day around the next cigarette. Read more
Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.

Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after Read more
National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read more
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.

Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more
What’s the Big Deal about Sleep Apnea?
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.

What’s the big deal about a little snoring during the night? Or feeling a bit drowsy during the day? Or an occasional bout of insomnia? If your sleep problems are Read more
Dental Filling Options
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.

You’ve made an appointment at our Moline, Illinois office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a filling. Read more