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Stocking Stuffer Ideas to Boost Kids’ Dental Health

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Most of the time, a stocking stuffer ranges from things like candy and hot wheels or lip gloss. While the generic stocking stuffers are always sure to please the kiddos, why not try something a little more healthy and unexpected? There are a million health-related goodies that kids will marvel over without even knowing how … Continued

The Holiday Guide for Treating Your Teeth

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Are your teeth prepared for the holiday season? With all the hustle and bustle, our dental health is not always on the forefront of our mind. There are ways to prevent cavities from taking over this holiday season, a time when sugary snacks are the only option and the only way to stay warm is … Continued

Are Dental X-Rays Safe?

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Have you ever found it odd that the dentist leaves you in a room alone to get x-rays done in order to avoid radiation damage? You’re not alone. That lead vest is less than comforting and it’s normal to think that being exposed to radiation is bad for you health. Rest assured, the benefits outweigh … Continued

4 Reasons Your Gums Are Bleeding

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Whether you floss every day or twice a year, it is possible for anyone to experience bloody gums. Bleeding gums are something that should never happen – even when getting a professional clean – and it usually means you have gum disease. But what caused it? Consider these three reasons your gums are not receiving … Continued

The Best Ways to Prevent Dry Sockets

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If there is one thing you need to avoid after a tooth extraction, especially wisdom teeth, is a dry socket. Not only are dry sockets bad for your oral health and prevent the rebuilding of your gums, but they also cause unbearable pain. What Are Dry Sockets? A dry socket comes from improperly allowing your … Continued

Interesting Facts About Saliva You Never Knew

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Saliva is an odd but necessary secretion all of us have. We produce between one and two liters per day in order to maintain a natural saliva flow. Besides helping us break down our food, saliva has a long list of helpful traits and strange remedies that keep our bodies on the right track. Over … Continued

Do I Brush Before or After Breakfast?

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Everyone has some sort of morning routine, whether it’s avoiding one altogether and sleeping in until the last second, or making coffee and reading the paper. A morning routine helps us start our day on the right foot. As someone who has spent their whole life brushing your teeth, you probably feel like a dental … Continued

Do I Really Need Mouthwash?

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According to TV commercials, mouthwash is one of the essential parts of dental care and a proper oral health routine, but is it really necessary? Especially for those who brush and floss regularly, it can seem a bit redundant to swish a substance in your mouth just to brush it out. Check out the facts … Continued