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• posted: Mar. 14, 2023

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read More

• posted: Mar. 07, 2023

At Gary A. Olen, DDS, MS, Inc. & Michael Maurer, DDS, Inc., we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2023

the doctor and our team know how overwhelming it can be to pick the right dental products for your children. When you visit the dental aisle at the grocery store, Read More

• posted: Feb. 21, 2023

“Non-nutritive sucking behavior”? That’s a mouthful—literally! This term describes behaviors such as thumb sucking and pacifier use, which are generally healthy, self-soothing activities for infants and toddlers. But, if followed Read More

• posted: Feb. 14, 2023

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read More

• posted: Feb. 07, 2023

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, so it’s a great time for our team at Gary A. Olen, DDS, MS, Inc. & Michael Maurer, DDS, Inc. to talk about Read More

• posted: Jan. 31, 2023

As a parent, it is your job to instill good dental habits in your kids, and this starts even earlier than you might realize. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2023

When you were a child, your mother may have instructed you to drink all your milk to build strong bones. Now that you have children of your own, you may Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2023

Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2023

First word, first step, first haircut, first… toothbrush? While it may not be considered a typical milestone, choosing the right first toothbrush is an important first step in your child’s Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2023

While you make sure your family is getting the best care possible, with regular dental checkups and cleanings at our El Cajon, California office, there is one family member that Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2022

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read More

• posted: Dec. 20, 2022

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make Read More

• posted: Dec. 13, 2022

the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real Read More

• posted: Dec. 06, 2022

You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read More

• posted: Nov. 29, 2022

One of the most frequent questions that the doctor and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable Read More