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Can A Smile Last A Lifetime?
There was a time when it was expected to lose your smile as you got older. With advancements in dental education and dental technology over the last few decades, many of us now expect to have our smiles for a lifetime. Unfortunately, our dental health is constantly under attack from trauma, tooth decay, periodontal disease,…
Read MoreDental Myths Busted!
Myths and old wives tales are rampant through many families. In the age of the internet, these can be magnified even more so. Below you will find some of the most popular dental myths and the real truth about each one. Top Dental Myths -Losing Baby Teeth From Tooth Decay Is OK – Primary teeth erupt…
Read MoreTop 10 Reasons To Maintain Dental Hygiene
Dental hygiene should be one of those automatic chores we do every day. However, for many it is not. Brushing at least 2x per day and flossing once a day is a simple process and should only take a few minutes out of your day. Below you will find the top reasons to maintain good…
Read MoreIs Tea Good for Your Teeth? The Surprising Ways Your Daily Cup Can Affect Oral Health
For millions of people, tea is part of the daily routine. A cup of green tea in the morning. Iced tea with lunch. Black tea in the afternoon. Herbal tea before bed. Tea is often discussed for its potential effects on cardiovascular health, metabolism, inflammation, and general wellness. But there is another interesting question: What…
Read MoreThe Quiet Clues of Gum Disease: What Your Mouth May Be Telling You Before It Hurts
Most people expect a dental problem to announce itself. A cavity might produce a toothache. A cracked tooth may hurt when chewing. An infection can cause swelling or throbbing pain. Periodontal disease often behaves differently. It can develop gradually, sometimes over years, without producing the kind of discomfort that makes someone immediately schedule a dental…
Read MoreTop Reasons To Invest In Your Dental Health
Maintaining good dental health can often be overlooked in our busy lives. A small investment of time in our smiles can lead to a lifetime of good dental health. The benefits go beyond dental health as recent research has linked dental health to our general health. Below you will find some of the top reasons…
Read MoreConsidering Dental Implants?
Dental implants are designed to allow you to replace a missing tooth or teeth. The dental implants act as the foundation for the dental restorations built upon them. These restorations can include dental crowns, dental bridges, dentures. Dental implants have become the standard of care when replacing missing teeth. They are highly succesful and can…
Read MoreThe Six-Month Dental Visit: Why Routine Care Is Anything but Routine
The Most Important Dental Appointment May Be the One Where Nothing Is Wrong There is a moment during many dental examinations that patients rarely think about. They are sitting comfortably in the dental chair. Nothing hurts. Their teeth feel fine. They may even wonder whether they really need to be there. After all, if nothing…
Read MoreCan A Mother’s Oral Health Predict A Child’s Oral Health?
A Child’s Dental Health Story May Begin Before the First Tooth Appears When we think about children’s dental health, we usually imagine the familiar milestones. The first baby tooth. The first toothbrush. The first dental appointment. The excitement of losing a tooth and waiting for the tooth fairy. But what if a child’s oral health…
Read MoreCan Children Develop Bad Breath?
Many people do not realize that children can develop bad breath. Most bad breath issues in kids are temporary. For children, the bad breath causes can be just as varied as for adults. However, there can be medical issues related, so it is important to figure out the cause. Causes Of A Child’s Bad Breath…
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