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What do You Know About Dental Work?

Going to the dentist is a fairly common practice, but how much do we actually know about taking care of our mouths? These five statements will test your knowledge when it comes to maintaining a healthy smile: FACT or FICTION: A little blood after flossing and brushing your teeth is perfectly normal.  – FICTION. Bleeding gums are never

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Six Ideas for a Brighter Smile

1. Brush and Floss – Brushing and flossing are two of the most important things you can do to improve your smile. Brush and floss everyday to effectively prevent cavities and improve the appearance of your teeth, contributing to a brighter smile. 2. Eat Fruits and Veggies – Eating raw fruits and vegetables helps produce saliva, which

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Selecting the Right Toothbrush and Toothpaste Is Not Child’s Play

We all want to make the very best decisions for our children. Did you know those important decisions even extend to choosing the right type of toothbrush and toothpaste? It’s true. Even though children eventually lose their baby teeth, proper pediatric oral care can influence your child’s well-being into adulthood. Bristle Strength – When it comes

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Dental Health in the New Year

It is a common myth that it takes 21 days to form a habit. Studies have shown that it actually takes more than two months of constant attention and repetition to form a habit. With a consistent effort, you can successfully develop habits that can lead to a healthier lifestyle. There is no better time

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The Dangers of Teeth Clenching

Teeth are designed to fit together smoothly, with the top and bottom teeth touching only when chewing. We all clench our teeth to some degree; it is a natural result of stress or anger, for example. However, frequent unnatural clenching or grinding of the teeth is the result of a condition called bruxism. An estimated

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Halloween Candy

October is National Dental Hygiene Month, but it is also Halloween season as well. As a general rule, eating candy on a regular basis (especially for children wearing braces), but we realize it is asking a lot for children to completely forego Halloween. In order to minimize the amount of damage to teeth and braces,

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