Keeping up with routine visits to your dentist does much more than keep your teeth clean. It allows the dentist to check your entire mouth for signs of decay and disease that can lead to other health problems. Read on to learn more about how caring for your oral health can affect your overall well-being
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Every aspect of a person’s health is important and should never be neglected. And with that comes the understanding that it is our responsibility to take care of our own wellness by developing good habits and routines. This is no truer in any other circumstance than it is with practicing proper oral care habits every
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When it comes to proper teething cleaning and general dental care habits, many of us are a little bit in the dark about certain practices. As with everything else in the world (especially anything to do with our health) there is a right way to do things and usually, multiple wrong ways.
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For most people, putting off their next dental appointment is as common as the sun coming up in the morning. But when it comes to your oral health, the fact is that you simply cannot ignore it even when everything feels fine. This is even truer when you are dealing with something that you know
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It is a well-understood fact that sugar is bad for your teeth, but the mechanism behind this process and the severity of the problem are not always recognized by the public at large. Let's take a look at some of the facts behind sugar and its effect on your teeth.
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If you are one of the many people who hate to floss their teeth, R+R Dental offers five facts that will hopefully make you change your mind and get you in the habit of flossing. Flossing may seem like an unnecessary chore, and most people think it’s important to floss just before going to bed
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Wisdom teeth are an inconvenient aspect of getting older and are often one of the first major hurdles young people face as they transition into adulthood. Understanding what wisdom teeth are and what can be done about them is helpful in managing their unexpected appearance.
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You’re a diligent, twice-daily tooth brusher. You floss every day, and you use an antibacterial mouthwash to finish the job. You own a dental mirror, and you use it to check out your teeth and gums regularly to check for potential abnormalities or problems. You do all of this at home, so why do you
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Most of us don’t associate the health of our mouths with the health of the rest of our bodies, but the associations are medically significant. Periodontal disease can increase the risk of diabetes, heart disease, dementia, and more.
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Sensitive teeth aren’t just a minor irritation they are a serious problem. If you’ve ever had the disappointment of trying to eat an ice cream cone only to be met with pain in your teeth that force you to throw the sweet treat away, you know what we mean.
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