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Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 31, 2026.

At Rick K. Harrison, DMD, PA, we know that as many as one in 88 children today have some form of autism, a complex brain disorder that affects a child's Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 24, 2026.

Do you feel anxious before every dentist appointment? If the answer is yes, you are not alone—more than 75 percent of Americans feel anxious when visiting their dentist. Today, the Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 17, 2026.

Are you afraid to open your mouth because you have bad breath? You’re not alone bad breath or Halitosis happens to everyone, at one time or another. If you have Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 10, 2026.

Most people know when they have a cavity—they can either see it on their tooth or... ouch! They can feel it! But there are certain things that many of our Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Mar. 03, 2026.

Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. It’s most common among middle-aged adults, and the most prevalent symptom is loud snoring. Sleep apnea Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 24, 2026.

Your regularly scheduled dental checkups with the doctor are not just meant to make your smile prettier and healthier. Your mouth’s health has an important impact on your overall physical Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 17, 2026.

If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, teeth whitening may be an excellent choice for you. Many patients of the doctor suffer from darkened teeth due to Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 10, 2026.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Feb. 03, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 27, 2026.

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 20, 2026.

Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 13, 2026.

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

Author: Anonymous posted: Jan. 06, 2026.

In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 30, 2025.

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

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 23, 2025.

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

Author: Anonymous posted: Dec. 16, 2025.

At Rick K. Harrison, DMD, PA, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is Read more