Warming Up for Summer Weather

June 4th, 2026

The barbecue’s fired up. T-shirts and shorts are back in style. Sandy beaches and sidewalks are sizzling. Summer’s officially here, and it’s time to get back into hot weather mode. This means getting back into some healthy summer habits.Be Ready to Hydrate!Warm weather can lead to dehydration before you know it. And water does more…
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Keep It Cheesy for a Long-Lasting Smile

May 28th, 2026

You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese” … or “YES” to eating cheese. Although Dr. Zimpfer and our staff routinely encourage our patients to brush their teeth after eating, the one time…
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Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!

May 21st, 2026

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in late May, that is what Memorial Day is all about. It is a…
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Does chronic stress impact periodontal health?

May 14th, 2026

Many studies over the past several years have focused on this question. Since we will all face stressful situations during our life, it is a good question to ask. This question also delves into the mind-body connection—the psychological having an effect on the physical and vice versa. Studies were performed as far back as the…
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