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Diet and Dental Health Tips

March 15, 2023 | Author:

Our body is a complex machine. The foods you choose and how often you eat them can affect your general health and the health of your teeth and gums, too. If you consume too many sugar-filled sodas, sweetened fruit drinks or non-nutritious snacks, you could be at risk for tooth decay. Tooth decay is the […]

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Wisdom Teeth

February 28, 2023 | Author:

With age comes wisdom. Specifically, wisdom teeth. Your mouth goes through many changes in your lifetime. One major dental milestone that usually takes place between the ages of 17 and 21 is the appearance of your third molars. Historically, these teeth have been called wisdom teeth because they come through at a more mature age. […]

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Antibiotics for Pain and Swelling

February 14, 2023 | Author:

Antibiotics are often prescribed to treat bacterial infections. When it comes to toothaches, however, an antibiotic prescription should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. By understanding antibiotics, you can talk confidently with your dentist about what’s causing you pain and how to fix it. Understand your symptoms Talk to your dentist about your symptoms. Your tooth […]

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Braces

January 31, 2023 | Author:

Braces and orthodontic treatment are used to correct “bad bites,” or malocclusion (teeth that are crowded or crooked). In some cases, your teeth may be straight, but your upper and lower jaws may not meet properly. These jaw or tooth alignment problems may be inherited or could result from injury, early or late tooth loss, […]

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Are E-Cigarettes Harmful To Your Oral Health?

January 15, 2023 | Author:

People tend to assume that as dentists, we only care if our patients brush and floss their teeth regularly. While it’s true that we appreciate good at-home dental care, we know that oral health goes beyond brushing and flossing and can be impacted by activities like smoking and vaping. For that reason, we’d like to […]

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Oral cancer

December 30, 2022 | Author:

Oral cancer is divided into two categories – those occurring in the oral cavity (your lips, the inside of your lips and cheeks, teeth, gums, the front two-thirds of your tongue and the floor and roof of your mouth) and those occurring in the oropharynx (middle region of the throat, including the tonsils and base […]

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Dental x-ray

December 15, 2022 | Author:

Why would I need an x-ray? Early tooth decay does not tend to show many physical signs. Sometimes the tooth looks healthy, but your dental team will be able to see from an x-ray whether you have any decay under the enamel, any possible infections in the root, or any bone loss around the tooth. […]

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Cracked tooth

November 30, 2022 | Author:

What is a cracked tooth? A cracked tooth is a tooth that has become broken. Do all teeth crack in the same way? No. Teeth can crack in several different ways: Cracked tooth This is when a crack runs from the biting surface of the tooth down toward the root. Sometimes it goes below the […]

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Mouthguard

November 15, 2022 | Author:

What is a mouthguard? A mouthguard is a specially made, rubber-like cover that fits exactly over your teeth and gums, cushioning them and protecting them from damage. When would I need a mouthguard? It is important to wear a professionally made mouthguard whenever you play a sport that involves physical contact or moving objects. This […]

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Teeth whitening

October 31, 2022 | Author:

Teeth whitening or bleaching is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment to change the color of natural tooth enamel to enhance the beauty of your smile. Teeth whitening may be accomplished in a dental office or at home. The procedure uses a chemical called peroxide to bleach or whiten the teeth. Why Did My Teeth Change […]

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