It’s a big deal for a child to lose his or her first tooth–but it’s also a big deal for Mom and Dad. After all, getting to be the tooth fairy is one of the perks of being a parent.To … Continued
Being the Tooth Fairy
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Why are Soft Drinks Bad for Your Teeth?
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So it’s pretty standard knowledge that downing a few soft drinks per day is extremely bad for your teeth. But what makes soft drinks more harmful than other common beverages like coffee or tea? To begin with, there are two … Continued
Health Benefits of Kissing
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As you’re probably aware, tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. What better way to celebrate than a quiet dinner and a kiss? In fact, a good smooch might be more beneficial than you think. Besides the … Continued
Treatments for Sensitive Teeth
Sensitive teeth can make activities such as brushing, flossing, eating and drinking uncomfortable and unpleasant. If you have sensitive teeth, it’s important that you take steps to mitigate any pain and see your dentist if necessary. Some steps you can … Continued
Got Cavities? Blame Rats
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That’s right—rats may be the culprit behind dental decay. Not a very pleasant thought to have at the dentist’s office is it? But according to a study coming out of the Stanford School of Medicine, it may be an unfortunate … Continued
Plaque… and How to Stop It
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What is plaque? Plaque is a sticky, colorless deposit of bacteria that is constantly forming on the tooth surface. Saliva, food, and fluids combine to produce these deposits that collect where the teeth and gums meet. Plaque buildup is the … Continued
Tooth Anatomy
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You have 32 of them in your mouth. You know to brush them twice a day, floss once day, and make appointments twice a year to get them cleaned. But what exactly makes up a tooth? For starters, the tooth … Continued
Choosing the Right Toothpaste for Your Children
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Back in the old days, everyone used that same flavor of toothpaste. Do you remember it? It was a weird peppermint flavor that caused you to hold your nose as a kid. You got used to it with age, but … Continued
Protecting Your Teeth While Playing Sports
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Has this ever happened to you? While playing basketball, you go up for a rebound, and are hit in the mouth by an inadvertent elbow. While it stings a bit, you don’t notice anything until you wipe the sweat off … Continued
50 Shades of White… Teeth
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Have you ever sat around on a weekday night watching reality TV, and noticed how white some of the actors’ teeth are? Do you ever wonder if they spend four to five hours brushing their teeth before they go on … Continued