Blog

Welcome to our practice blog! We are excited to use this as a platform to answer questions you may have regarding your oral health and to alleviate any concerns you have before or after surgery. Each week, we will dedicate a blog post to answering a question patients often have about the different procedures Dr. Gocke performs. We encourage you to submit any questions you......
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Are you familiar with this deadly disease? According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), an estimated 50,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer EVERY YEAR and 9,000 U.S. citizens will die from this horrifying disease. Oral cancer’s mortality rate isn’t because it’s hard to diagnose, but because cancer is discovered late in its development. You can take action to stop this......
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Drs. Fizzah and M. Timothy Gocke recently sponsored The Washington Ballet’s Amuse Bouche special event on Friday, February 10th, 2017. Learn why we are honored to support our local community in this way. An Honorable Cause for the Community and Beyond The Washington Ballet’s Women’s Committee hosted an incredible event: Amuse Bouche a lively evening benefiting The Washington Ballet where attendees could show their support while indulging in......
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What are your travel plans this summer? Whether you’re planning a long weekend at the beach, a rustic camping adventure, or an international getaway, no doubt you’re excited about your upcoming escape. The house-sitter is booked, your bags are packed…but do you have everything you need to maintain healthy teeth while traveling? It can be easy to neglect your oral hygiene habits when out of town;......
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Are you afraid of the dentist? Have you ever put off dental work because of some form of dental anxiety? If so, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 3 out of 4 people have at least some fear of going to the dentist! For millions, their fears extend beyond a nervous stomach or apprehension to make an appointment. Studies show that between 9% and 15% of Americans are terrified enough of the dentist......
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Sleep apnea contributes to 450,000 death per year. So, yes! It is a big deal if you don’t undergo the proper channels to treat this deadly disease. If you believe you or a loved one have sleep apnea, you’re not alone. In America, sleep apnea affects more than 12 million people. In honor of Sleep Awareness Week, let our blog guide you to help take the appropriate......
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One of your worst fears is realized: You fell face first onto the concrete, and you felt that front tooth break. Panic mode ensues. What the heck are you going to do now? Don’t panic, we’ve got some answers for you. There are all types of dental emergencies and most of the time, the answer is going to see a dentist as soon as you......
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We’ve launched our new website and we’re celebrating with a scavenger hunt – you could win! Our new website is mobile friendly, easy to use, and is loaded with helpful dental information and details about our practice that might be news to you! We think you’re going to love it! We are having a good ol’ fashioned Scavenger Hunt to introduce the community to all of its......
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