TweetGood dental health isn’t only necessary for our smile and mouth, it’s necessary for our heart and arteries. By taking proper care of your teeth and gums, you can decrease your chances of heart disease. Brushing and flossing your teeth everyday is a must along with routine dental check-ups every 6 months. By avoiding your [...]
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TweetIt’s been reported that about 50% of Americans do not see a dentist regularly and don’t receive proper dental care. 9-15% of these Americans do not go because of the fear and anxiety they have from seeing a dentist. This means that over 30 million people are not receiving adequate and necessary dental treatment, resulting [...]
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TweetA tooth abscess, also called root abscess, forms when pus is collected between the tissues of the jaw and an infected tooth root. It results from complications with tooth decay or a broken/chipped tooth. When there is an opening in the tooth enamel, bacteria can enter the tooth and cause an infection. This infection can [...]
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TweetNo matter how much you brush or floss your teeth, some stains are almost impossible to remove. Even whitening procedures done by your dentist can start to fade if you continue to eat or drink foods that stain your teeth. To keep your teeth their whitest, make sure to avoid these certain foods and drinks [...]
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TweetDental implants can be a great alternative to dentures. They’re permanent, can be done for one tooth or all, and they look and feel the same way as your natural teeth would. Dentures, however, are removable, can be slightly uncomfortable, and impede in regular activity. Dentures can slip and move around in your mouth, preventing [...]
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TweetYou just had that dreaded, but very necessary, root canal. What do you do now? Pain and discomfort is common after a root canal and will eventually subside. If desired, it can be treated with over the counter pain medications such as ibuprofen. The medicine will alleviate swelling and sensitivity. Discuss this with your dentist [...]
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TweetThere are several options to choose from when it comes to getting a whiter, brighter smile. To do it yourself, most stores sell at-home tooth whitening kits that come with strips or mouth trays. If you want something that lasts much longer, dentists offer tooth whitening procedures that can be done in about an hour. [...]
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