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Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 10, 2023.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

the doctor, as well as our team at Rick K. Harrison, DMD, PA, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

An emergency usually evokes panic, and for good reason. Emergencies don’t discriminate when it comes to time or place. They’ll happen during your vacation, at home, while you’re shopping for Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

Pregnancy involves a lot of alterations in your health. Rick K. Harrison, DMD, PA is here to help you understand the oral health aspects of your pregnancy. As you may already Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Rick K. Harrison, DMD, PA might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

Feeling apprehensive or guilty for not visiting a dentist in over a year is common, but coming back to receive dental care is easier than you may think. Our dental Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

With advancements in prosthetic dentistry, patients are now able to wear dentures that are comfortable, natural looking, and long lasting. There are different options to choose from that will meet Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

Many dentists and hygienists recommend fluoride treatments for their adult patients. You might ask yourself, “Do I really need a fluoride treatment? I thought those were just for my kids.” Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 25, 2023.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 18, 2023.

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our Jacksonville Beach, Florida office, there is one family member that Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 11, 2023.

Every tooth packs a lot of layers in a very small area. The outer, visible part of our tooth, the crown, is covered in protective enamel, and the lower root Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jul. 04, 2023.

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more

Author: Anonymous posted: Jun. 27, 2023.

Dental floss is similar to a lot of products that depend mainly on the consumer’s preference. Fact is, floss comes in a wide variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations, Read more