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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

Are Electric Toothbrushes For Me?

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  Electric toothbrushes are so commonplace these days, they are available for purchase almost anywhere regular toothbrushes are sold. If you’ve never considered buying one, here is a quick rundown about electric toothbrushes that can help you decide whether or not they are for you. Cost Electric toothbrushes are more expensive than their manual counterparts, … Continued

National Dessert Day: Eat Sweet Without Cavities

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October 14 is the official National Dessert Day. We know how hard it can be to be conscious of your oral health on such an occasion, and foods overloaded with sugar always seem like the best options to satisfy those sweet cravings. So, we compiled a list of all the best alternatives to sugary desserts … Continued

National Kale Day: Eat Kale to Increase Oral Health

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In the past five years, kale has been on the rise as one of the most popular fit foods. You can find kale in any restaurant that focuses on natural, health-boosting foods. Kale is known for the density of nutrients it contains, including Vitamin A, C, and K, as well as essential minerals such as … Continued

3 Root Canal Myth Busters

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Many people have a long-lasting fear of going to the dentist. Mention a root canal to them, and they are good as gone. Unfortunately, avoiding a root canal procedure can lead to serious pain, oral damage and possibly cause serious illness.   What if we told you that root canals aren’t as terrifying and painful … Continued

4 Questions About Pulling Teeth Answered

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Getting your tooth pulled, typically, is not something people look forward to. However, your dentist may tell you at one point that receiving a tooth extraction is the best form of treatment for some of your teeth, especially if your teeth are severely decayed. The first thing to do when you hear this news is … Continued

Can Laser Dentistry Remove Tooth Decay?

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Laser dentistry can sound like an intimidating concept if you’re hearing about it for the first time. Usually when lasers are referenced it’s in regard to technology or science inventions, but did you know that lasers can remove your tooth decay with more comfort and less recovery time than a dentist’s drill?   How do … Continued

The Evolution of the Toothbrush

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In 2003, Americans voted the number one invention they could not live without was the TOOTHBRUSH. Over cell phones and even cars, Americans chose oral hygiene. With this statistic, it should come as a surprise to discover that Americans did not regularly use the toothbrush until 1885, when they were first mass produced following the … Continued