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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Flossing is pretty straightforward, right? You’ve been told to do it, and have been doing it religiously since early childhood (we hope). Unfortunately, there are a lot of mistakes to be made when it comes to flossing, and those mistakes can be costly. To help ensure that you are getting the most out of your
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It starts with that easy-to-recognize copper taste in your mouth. Then you look into the mirror and see the redness leaking down your teeth. Your gums are bleeding, but the question is, why?
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When it comes to cavity prevention, there are plenty of tried and true techniques out there to keep you safe. Cavities are small holes in your teeth created when plaque is not properly removed from teeth. They are more common among kids, but adults can have issues as well, especially if their oral hygiene is
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There’s a lot of buzz (excuse our pun) about electronic toothbrushes these days, but are these gadgets really the best thing for your teeth? Considering how new power brushes are relative to the field of dentistry, there is still a lot of research to be done on the subject.
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Knowing and trusting your dental team is an essential part of maintaining optimal oral health. If you are one of the millions who will need a dental procedure this year, that trust is even more vital.
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