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How to recognize and prevent gum disease

How to recognize and prevent gum disease

How to Recognize and Prevent Gum Disease

Gum disease affects approximately half of all Americans. While that’s a startling statistic, what’s more notable is that most cases are preventable. The good news is that preventative care is simple and, by taking care of your smile daily, you can ensure you don’t become part of the statistic above.

Understanding Gum Disease

When teeth aren’t kept clean, bacteria starts to grow in the mouth. Bacteria can ...

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How to care for your infant’s oral health

How to care for your infant’s oral health

How to Care for Your Infant’s Oral Health

Teeth or no teeth, your infant’s oral health should always be a top priority. But, how are you supposed to care for your baby’s teeth? There are numerous steps to take and each serves an important purpose in preparing your baby for a future smile he or she will be glad to show off.

First: Caring for Your Baby’s Gums

Although your baby is born ...

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High tech toothbrushes – Is it worth going electric?

High tech toothbrushes – Is it worth going electric?

High-Tech Toothbrushes: Is It Worth Going Electric?

The verdict is in: electric toothbrushes are here to stay, and they mean business for your teeth! By now, you’ve probably seen them on the shelves, on TV or in magazines. Dentists endorse them, and most are ADA-approved — but if you still swear by your manual toothbrush, these benefits just might convince you otherwise.

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Gum removal – Going to great lengths for your smile

Gum removal – Going to great lengths for your smile

Gum Removal: Going to Great Lengths for Your Smile

Unless you were blessed with a perfect smile, something’s usually got to give in order to improve it…even your gums! Dentists call it “crown lengthening”, but if you’re worried this means you’ll walk away with receded gums, it’s not what you think. In certain cases, less gums are actually a GOOD thing – and if your dentist has confirmed you are a candidate ...

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Flossing, brushing and beyond – care for teeth with braces

Flossing, brushing and beyond – care for teeth with braces

Flossing, Brushing, and Beyond: How to Care for Teeth with Braces

Somewhere between the braces, wires, and rubber bands in your mouth lie your teeth, but how do you get to them? Often, braces prove to be quite the obstacle when you want to brush, floss, or otherwise care for the beautiful, straight smile-in-progress. But this beautiful smile won’t be possible without proper care.

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Fix chips, cracks and other problems

Fix chips, cracks and other problems

Fix Chips, Cracks, and Other Problems with Dental Bonding

Teeth chip, crack, decay, and discolor over time. All too often, people accept this and their “new” (less than improved) smile. But with dental bonding, you don’t have to.

Dental bonding is a common procedure in which a tooth-colored resin is applied (or “bonded”) to teeth with a special light. It can restore or enhance your smile without the high cost of veneers or ...

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Tooth myths debunked

Tooth myths debunked

Fact or Fiction?
Five Popular Tooth Myths Debunked

Forget the tooth fairy! Far too many tales are being told about teeth and it’s time to clear the air. Popular claims that range from scary to wacky and everything in between are about to be debunked. Find out if you’ve been acting on bad advice.

  1. “White teeth are healthy teeth.”

Pearlier does not necessarily mean healthier. In some instances, extremely white teeth can signal ...

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Eating right for dental health

Eating right for dental health

Eating Right for Dental Health: What to Consume and Avoid

Dental health starts in the…kitchen? You read that correctly! Of course, brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits are important, but they aren’t the only things to consider when it comes to keeping your pearly whites in tiptop shape.

Most people understand that they should limit the sweets and candy they take ...

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Dry mouth – is it sneaking past your radar?

Dry mouth – is it sneaking past your radar?

Dry Mouth: Is It Sneaking Past Your Radar?

A dental epidemic is brewing, and it’s called Xerostomia, or “Dry Mouth”. It sounds innocuous enough, and perhaps that is why many people affected by the problem fail to treat it, or detect it altogether. But it’s nothing to scoff at, especially considering that extreme cases of this widespread problem include difficulty swallowing, speaking, and in some instances, bacterial or fungal infection.

Even if you ...

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Dentist or detective?

Dentist or detective?

Dentist or Detective?
Major Health Clues Your Mouth Provides

Chew on this for a minute: just by glancing inside your mouth, your dentist can tell you a number of things that may be news to you and your doctor! Surprising as it may sound, your oral health can speak volumes about the rest of your body, and something as simple as a routine dental checkup can benefit your health and wallet big time. From harmful habits to life-threatening diseases, find out ...

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