So you make sure to brush and floss your teeth regularly, but then you decide to add a little something extra to your daily oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash is actually a common choice because we’re always hearing how, along with dental cleanings, it adds an extra boost of preventative protection to your smile by helping …
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You’ve probably heard about “gingivitis” but do you actually know what it is, what causes it or what it does to your teeth? Or for that matter, do you know how we treat the problem, or what it takes to prevent it? If you’re ready to learn more about this serious dental condition, please read …
With fall just around the corner, sports activities are ramping up again making you or your kids vulnerable to oral injury. But sport season means havoc for your dental health in more than one way. So being aware and prepared can help you keep yours and your family’s smile healthy, strong and beautiful. Let’s talk …
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When you’re a proactive patient you have no problem asking questions about your oral health or what the foreign dental lingo actually translates to. But have you ever wondered how many questions and/or comments your dentist actually has for YOU? Here are six common things dentists around the country say they want to tell their …
You brush your teeth, you floss them too, and you see your dentist on a regular basis. If you’re taking all of these actions, then you are doing a great job keeping your smile healthy! You get a gold star from us. However, even when you’re following those steps, it doesn’t always counteract habits that …
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Did you know that having a dry mouth isn’t just an uncomfortable feeling that arises occasionally? Since the mouth is actually designed to be a consistently moisture-rich environment, a dry mouth can have a harmful impact on your oral health. We’re not talking about the random dry mouth that happens when you get nervous or …
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Brushing and flossing daily with the right tools is on of the best ways to keep your teeth clean and cavity-free, but did you know that you can add a little extra protection by watching what you eat and drink? That’s because the foods you eat and the beverages you drink can have an effect …
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Can we get a show of hands for those of us who cannot function well without sleep? Our hands are definitely up. Getting good quality sleep is an absolute must, and yet, sleep apnea is a significant health issue in the United States. In fact, it’s estimated that 22 million American adults are suffering from …
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“I brush and floss, but I still have bad breath.” We hear this a lot, and while you may not be happy about it, you’re not alone. In fact, bad breath, or halitosis, is estimated to affect 1 in 4 people around the world, and can manifest as thick saliva, postnasal drip, a bitter metallic …
Did you know that almost 30 million Americans suffer from diabetes? If you are diabetic, you probably already know about the threat to your overall health from diabetes. Diabetes can come with some serious health risks, commonly called “diabetic complications” which potentially includes blindness, foot amputations, kidney failure, heart disease, neuropathies, and impaired wound healing. …
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