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Botox Can Help Relieve TMJ Pain

By Newberg Family Dental | Jun 1, 2025

When it comes to dental care in Newberg, we offer more than just cleanings and checkups. We’re here to help with chronic issues like jaw pain, headaches and teeth grinding. If you’ve been struggling with these symptoms, you may be dealing with a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. If so, you’re not alone. According to Cleveland…

Making Dental Insurance Easy at Newberg Family Dental

By Newberg Family Dental | Mar 15, 2025

When it comes to dental care in Newberg, OR, our team is committed to making every part of your experience smooth and stress-free, including navigating your dental insurance. That’s where our on-site dental insurance benefits coordinator comes in.   What Does a Dental Insurance Benefit Coordinator Do? If you’ve ever tried reading through an insurance…

6 Everyday Ways to Whiten Your Teeth

By Newberg Family Dental | Aug 28, 2024

Patients often ask Newberg dentist Dr. Jennifer McLeod and the team at Newberg Family Dental how they can keep their teeth white for a bright, healthy smile. Fortunately, there are a variety of things you can do every day to help. Here we’ll discuss six easy things you can do every day to help keep…

Discover How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Dental Health

By Newberg Family Dental | Mar 12, 2024

Weird but true: your dentist in Newberg could be the first to know if you have a sleep disorder. Because it’s associated with issues like snoring and poor sleep quality, you may not realize that sleep apnea can also significantly impact oral health. The Sleep Foundation estimates that 10-30% of the United States population has…

Tips for Preventing Cavities in Children

By Newberg Family Dental | Jan 14, 2024

As a family dentist in Newberg, Dr. McLeod and the rest of the Newberg Family Dental team often treat kids of all ages dealing with cavities, which is also referred to as tooth decay or dental caries. In fact, according to The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, about 42% of children ages two…

5 Reasons for Regular Dental Check-Ups

By Newberg Family Dental | Sep 28, 2023

If you’re wondering how important regular dental check-ups are, you’re not alone. Although Dr. McLeod and the rest of our Newberg Family Dental team highly recommend our patients visit us twice a year, you may wonder if it’s worth your time. Here are five important reasons why you should see a dentist regularly.   Minimize…

What Parents Need to Know About Dental Sealants

By Newberg Family Dental | Nov 4, 2022

Looking for a children’s dentist? Newberg Family Dental aims to provide the best in children’s dentistry, including dental sealants. You might have heard about dental sealants and wondered if they’re right for your family. We’d love to talk to you about this cavity-prevention tool at your next appointment. Until then, here are the basics.   Seal…

Drinking More Water: the Key to a Healthy Smile  

By Newberg Family Dental | Sep 7, 2022

As a local dentist in Newberg, Dr. McLeod wants her patients to appreciate the role water plays in helping to protect their oral health. Water nurtures the body’s cells and prevents dehydration, but it protects your teeth and gums more than you might think. Daily brushing and flossing help to lower your risk of developing…

Patients Don’t Know the Conditions Linked to Poor Oral Health

By Newberg Family Dental | May 24, 2022

When it comes to your dental care in Newberg, the more information you have, the better. Dr. McLeod believes that providing her patients with better information gives them the tools needed to take charge of their oral health, now and into the future. Our Dental Care in Newberg blog has covered different studies showing a…

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