You already know that you should brush your teeth at least twice a day, especially 30 minutes after eating. However, did you know that selecting the right toothbrush can be nearly as important as choosing to brush at all? The wrong one could damage your dental enamel and irritate your sensitive gum tissue. With so […]
Category: Healthy Living
All Flash and No Floss?
February 28, 2014
According to the American Dental Association (and every dentist you’ve ever met), flossing is the best, most effective way to remove food particles and harmful plaque from between your teeth. Yet, despite the importance of this practice, only 50.5% of Americans floss every day. Some people feel they’re simply too busy to floss or don’t […]
Bye-Bye, Sugar: A Dietary Approach to Optimal Oral Health
February 25, 2014
We all know that brushing, flossing, and going to regular dental checkups can help us enjoy fresher breath and a healthier, more attractive smile. Diet also plays a major role in your oral health. While you probably know that cutting down on how many cookies you munch after meals or sodas you chug throughout the […]
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How Implant Dentures Help You Recapture the Joy of Food
February 7, 2014
Few pleasures in life can compare to the joy of a good meal. With a multitude of textures, flavors, and aromas, enjoyment of food is one of those few experiences that seem to transcend the cultural and class differences that often keep us apart. Unfortunately, if you have lost your teeth or are currently wearing […]
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Bad Company: How Smoking Affects Dental Implants
January 21, 2014
More secure than removable dentures and more conservative than bridgework, dental implants offer a stable and long-lasting solution for replacing missing permanent teeth. However, several factors can influence your candidacy for the procedure. Most implants dentists hesitate to place implants in patients who smoke or use chewing tobacco, due to the serious complications that can […]
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