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Dental Cleanings Preventive Dentistry 4 min read

Are Sweets Really the Culprit for Tooth Decay?

Everyone has heard that sugar causes cavities. But you may also know someone who has a serious sweet tooth problem and does not have “bad teeth”. The formation of a cavity is a multi-factorial process, and sweets are just one of those factors.

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Emergency Dental Care Cracked Teeth 2 min read

How to Deal with Dental Emergencies

Anyone will experience a dental emergency one way or another, despite having regular visits to your dentist or maintaining good dental health. While going to the dentist immediately after a dental emergency is important, there are still ways to further prevent yourself from experiencing these emergencies. An effective way is to determine the common dental emergencies with recommendations on how to handle the situation.

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Dental Cleanings Exams & Comprehensive Exams 2 min read

Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How

Even though primary teeth are short-lived, they make a huge impact on future dental health. These early teeth help guide the eruption of permanent teeth—if lost prematurely to decay, the later teeth may come in misaligned and create a poor bite. Preserving them could help you avoid later orthodontic treatment.

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Restorative Dentistry Preventive Dentistry 2 min read

Choosing The Right Dentist

Choosing the right dentist is a key way to ensure that you are getting the right oral health care options. You want to choose a dentist that offers comprehensive services. Getting all your dental health care from the same center.

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Dental Cleanings Preventive Dentistry 2 min read

Routine Cleanings Are Important!

Each person should have a routine dental cleaning. Some dentists say every six months, while others say once each year. Do you really know the importance?

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Preventive & Diagnostic Care Preventive Dentistry 2 min read

8 Reasons to See Your Dentist

Are you brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing at least once a day, and seeing your dentist for regular six-month checkups? If so, congratulations! You are well on your way to a brighter, healthy smile. But there are times when you may need to see your dentist in between these six-month cleanings.

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Dental Cleanings Preventive Dentistry 4 min read

Bad Breath: Rumors, Truths & Misnomers

From the foods we eat, to the medicines we take, what we ingest day to day has the potential to greatly affect our bodies – particularly our breath. When it comes to halitosis, the scientific name for bad breath, there are a number of bad breath causes that you may have never considered. In addition to proven causes and cures, bad breath rumors often circulate, making it difficult to determine fact from fiction when sifting through the helpful pieces of oral hygiene advice.

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Dental Cleanings Preventive Dentistry 4 min read

Plaque Removal / Tartar Prevention Between Visits

Plaque is one of the primary causes of tooth decay and gum disease, but not many people really know what it is or how to prevent it. So, here’s what you need to know about plaque and tartar — what it is, how to prevent it, and how to get rid of it between dental visits.

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Kids Dental Care Preventive Dentistry 5 min read

How to Choose the Best Mouthwash for You!

Whether you are new to the different types of mouthwashes, you’re realizing the one you are using isn’t working out, or you just want to find something different, choosing the right type of mouthwash for you can be a daunting task. The oral health aisle at any store typically has a floor-to-ceiling selection of mouthwash options, all making different claims with different ingredients. To make your choice a little easier, here is our helpful guide for choosing a mouthwash that’s right for you.

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