Maplewood Dental Associates - Fenwick

09/02/2026

"But nothing hurts, so why do I need to come in?" We hear it all the time, and it makes sense. Here is the catch.

Most dental problems are completely painless until they are not. Cavities, gum disease, and even cracked teeth quietly grow for months before they ever ache. By the time it hurts, the easy fix has often become the expensive one.

A checkup is how we catch the small stuff while it is still small. Overdue for yours? Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick can help.

08/28/2026

Meet one of the friendly faces behind the smiles at Maplewood Dental Associates!

With years of experience as a dental hygienist, she shares:

"𝘐 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘴 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭, 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘔𝘢𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘈𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴!"

She is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their smiles by providing personalized care and educating them about their oral health every step of the way.

In her spare time, she loves spending time with her husband and family, along with traveling and discovering new destinations.

We're so grateful to have her as part of the Maplewood Dental Associates family. Be sure to say hello at your next visit!

08/26/2026

Quick confession time: most people who floss are doing it a little wrong.

Snapping the floss straight down can actually irritate your gums. The trick is to curve it into a C-shape around each tooth and gently slide it just under the gumline, where the brush cannot reach and where trouble likes to start.

Two minutes a day, done right, saves you a lot of grief later. Want a quick demo? Ask at your next visit to Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick.

08/24/2026

Chipped a tooth on a fork, a fall, or a popcorn kernel that fought back? It happens, and the fix is easier than you would expect.

Dental bonding uses a tooth-colored resin to rebuild the chipped area, blended to match so well that no one will spot it. Often it is done in a single visit, no drilling drama required.

Got a chip that bugs you every time you look in the mirror? Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick can smooth it over.

08/22/2026

Happy National Tooth Fairy Day!

Somewhere out there a kid is tucking a tiny tooth under a pillow tonight, and honestly, we are a little jealous of the tooth fairy’s job.

Fun fact: those baby teeth are placeholders that guide the adult teeth into position, which is why caring for them matters more than people think.

Lost-tooth photos welcome in the comments, parents. Happy Tooth Fairy Day from Maplewood Dental Associates.

08/21/2026

Sore jaw in the morning? Headaches that start at your temples? Teeth that look flatter than they used to?

You might be grinding your teeth in your sleep and not even know it. Over time, grinding wears teeth down, cracks them, and strains your jaw. A custom nightguard is a simple, comfortable way to protect your smile while you sleep.

If any of that sounds familiar, ask Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick about a nightguard.

08/19/2026

Your mouth is pretty good at warning you before a small problem becomes a big one. The trick is knowing which signs to take seriously.

Swipe through five symptoms that are worth a call, not a wait-and-see. Catching any of these early usually means a simpler, easier fix.

Noticing one of these? Do not tough it out. Reach out to Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick.

08/18/2026

"Everyone is always very kind and They have all of the latest technology. They always find an appointment that fits my schedule and isn't months away." says Richie on Google

★★★★★ Everyone is always very kind and They have all of the latest technology. They always find an appointment that fits my schedule and isn't months away.

08/17/2026

If bad breath sticks around no matter how much you brush, the problem might not be your breath at all.

Persistent bad breath often starts on the tongue, or it can be a sign of gum disease, dry mouth, or a tooth that needs attention. Mints just cover it up for a few minutes. Finding the real cause actually fixes it.

Tired of fighting it? A quick visit to Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick can get to the bottom of it.

08/14/2026

Modern dentures are not your grandparent’s clackety, slip-around set.

Today’s dentures are custom-fit to look natural and stay put, so you can get back to eating the foods you love and laughing without a second thought. Whether you are replacing a few teeth or a full arch, the goal is the same: comfortable, confident, and yours.

Curious what your options look like? Maplewood Dental Associates in Rehoboth Beach and Fenwick can walk you through them.