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• posted: Jun. 25, 2024

One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth Read More

• posted: Jun. 18, 2024

When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Dr. Aaron Tropmann & Dr. Gary Oyster. Common reasons for Read More

• posted: Jun. 11, 2024

The third molars have long been known as your “wisdom teeth,” because they are the last teeth to erupt from the gums – usually sometime during the late teens to Read More

• posted: Jun. 04, 2024

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Dr. Aaron Tropmann & Dr. Gary Oyster will be much more active in the summer. Though Read More

• posted: May 28, 2024

Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque Read More

• posted: May 21, 2024

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read More

• posted: May 14, 2024

Probably because, for many kids, molars do get more cavities. So let’s answer two better questions: Why do molars get more cavities? And, how can we help prevent them? It’s the Read More

• posted: May 07, 2024

Just like that, it’s almost summertime. As the spring season ends, perhaps these lighter, brighter days are inspiring you to do a bit of last-minute spring cleaning. Or perhaps they’re Read More

• posted: Apr. 30, 2024

Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Dr. Aaron Tropmann & Dr. Gary Oyster Read More

• posted: Apr. 23, 2024

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read More

• posted: Apr. 16, 2024

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read More

• posted: Apr. 09, 2024

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Dr. Aaron Tropmann & Dr. Gary Oyster maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between Read More

• posted: Apr. 02, 2024

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Raleigh, North Carolina office, now is an excellent time to Read More

• posted: Mar. 26, 2024

If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what the root of that anxiety Read More

• posted: Mar. 19, 2024

You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately, Read More

• posted: Mar. 12, 2024

“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read More