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February 15, 2019

What Is Snoring and Sleep Apnea? Here are Five things to Know About Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Everyone deserves a restful sleep. If you snore or suffer with sleep apnea, there are treatment options available. At Peartree in Elliot City, MD, Dr. Michael Zhou specializes in effective treatments for snoring and sleep apnea that will help you achieve a night of more restful sleep. Contact his office at (410) 750-2599 to schedule your consultation today. 1. Causes […]

January 15, 2019

Find Relief From Jaw Pain And TMJ Disorder

If you experience chronic or severe jaw pain or a stiff jaw that restricts movement, it could be a sign of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Thankfully, you can find treatment to solve the underlying dental problem, relieve symptoms and restore function. Dr. Michael Zhou at Pear Tree Dental Care in Ellicott City, MD can help address the underlying dental causes […]

December 17, 2018

5 Steps to Make the Most of Your Upcoming Dental Exam

Most people only experience dental exams a few times a year, depending upon their oral healthcare needs. If you have a consultation or cleaning on your calendar, be sure to prepare so you make the most of your time with your dentist. Scheduled for a dental exam with Dr. Michael Zhou at our Ellicott City, MD practice? If not and […]

November 30, 2018

How to Prepare for Your Next Dental Cleaning

Most dental patients can expect to come to their dentist every six months for a thorough dental cleaning. Yet the majority simply note the date on their calendars without considering how they can prepare for the appointment. To help make your next appointment at PearTree Dental Care in Ellicott City, MD, an enjoyable experience, why not take the following suggestions […]

August 28, 2018

Beautiful You: Choosing Cosmetic Dentistry

Do you feel self-conscious about the way your teeth look? Do you cover your mouth when you laugh or smile? If you have teeth that are gapped, crooked, sharp, or not as healthy as you would like, it is understandable that you might not feel confident when you smile. Some people naturally develop perfect teeth. Then there are the rest […]

July 25, 2018

How to Know It’s Time to Replace Old Dental Work

When a filling, crown, bridge, or other dental work is new, most people don’t think about how long it will last. Dental restorations aren’t designed to last forever, though. Today’s blog will help you know the symptoms that could indicate old dental work is failing, as well as how long various restorations generally last. If you have any questions about […]

July 3, 2018

Why Prevention is Better Than Cure

Have you ever heard the expression that that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure?” In dentistry, we prefer to say that it’s more like a ton of cure. When it comes to oral health, preventing problems is easier, less expensive, and less traumatic than curing them. At Peartree Dental Care, we want to see our patients […]