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Dentist or Detective? Major Health Clues Your Mouth Provides

April 27, 2018 Blog, Education, Oral Health No comments yet

Chew on this for a minute: just by glancing inside your mouth, your dentist can tell you a number of things that may be news to you and your doctor! Surprising as it may sound, your oral health can speak volumes about the rest of your body, and something as simple as a routine dental checkup can benefit your health and wallet big time. From harmful habits to life-threatening diseases, find out what clues your mouth can provide about your well-being.

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The Story on Soda: Your Soft Drink Questions Answered

April 17, 2018 Blog, Education, Oral Health No comments yet

Sorry to burst your bubble, but the reality is that no matter how refreshing that sweet, fizzy soda (or “pop”) tastes, there’s a chance it could be doing some damage to your teeth. But with so many products on the market, are they all really that bad for you?

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What is Plaque? How to Fight Back!

April 7, 2018 Blog, Education, Oral Health No comments yet

Have you ever run your tongue across the front of your teeth and felt a sticky coating? That is the buildup of bacteria, also known as plaque. If you let the bacteria stick around too long, it can damage tooth enamel and lead to cavities.

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High-Tech Toothbrushes: Is It Worth Going Electric?

November 15, 2017 Blog, Education, Oral Health No comments yet

The verdict is in: electric toothbrushes are here to stay, and they mean business for your teeth! By now, you’ve probably seen them on the shelves, on TV or in magazines. Dentists endorse them, and most are ADA-approved — but if you still swear by your manual toothbrush, these benefits just might convince you otherwise.

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