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Gary Leinkram

Bio

General Dentist in New York and Ohio since 1982. Graduate from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, 1982, GPR with the US Veterans Administration in New York, Practiced General Dentistry as an Associate until 2010, when I started my own practice. President of Dutchess County Dental Society during the years 2007-2008. Active with Childrens Dental Health Month activities. Received MBAin Marketing from University of Cincinnati in 1988. Avid hiker and outdoorsman. Enjoys scuba diving, reading, current events.

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  • dentistry

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  • Private Practice

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Activity

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Diet Soda Habit as Bad for Teeth as Meth Addiction, Study Claims

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new study contends.

    "You look at it side-to-side with 'meth mouth' or 'coke mouth,' it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less t...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Alligator Study Gives Clues to Regrowing Lost Teeth

    TUESDAY, May 14 (HealthDay News) -- Dentists, as it turns out, may have one more reason than the rest of us to be wary of alligators. The toothy reptiles may one day put those who install implants, bridges and dentures out of their jobs.

    Alligators continually make new teeth to replace t...Full Article

  • Gary Leinkram
    Gary Leinkram answered:
    How can root canals be prevented?

    The best prevention for root canals is for patients to come twice a year for their exams, x-rays and cleanings. I can detect active dental disease--cavities, gum disease or other problems when they are in a more manageable form. The major event leading to a patient requiring a root canal is when

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