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June 1, 2021

Can Your Toothbrush Harbor Germs?

Toothbrushes are made to clean teeth, but how do you keep a toothbrush clean? Can your toothbrush harbor germs? The good news is that there are some things you can [...]
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May 3, 2021

Are Sports Drinks Bad for Teeth?

The adult body is made up of around 60% water so, as you might imagine, water plays a key role in our body’s ability to function well. Exercising and playing [...]
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April 1, 2021

5 Ways To Help Bleeding Gums

If you’re new to flossing regularly, it may come as a surprise to you if your gums start to bleed when you floss or brush your teeth. Even a small [...]
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March 1, 2021

6 Symptoms to Call Your Dentist About

It can cause a lot of anxiety if your tooth suddenly starts to feel uncomfortable or you notice that a tooth looks different than it normally does. Should you call [...]
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February 1, 2021

What to Expect at the Dentist

Many people may feel nervous about visiting the dentist, but a dental exam or cleaning doesn’t have to be something to avoid. Dentists and dental hygienists work hard to ensure [...]
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January 1, 2021

How to Make the Most of Your Dental Plan

Many people who already have a dental insurance plan have not been well informed of how it can work for you. This can lead to paying more out of pocket [...]
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December 1, 2020

5 Ways to Improve Oral Hygiene

Taking time to improve oral hygiene can be well worth the investment in your oral health, and will pay off over time. So what are some strategic changes you can [...]
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November 2, 2020

What Are Dental Implants?

Losing a tooth to injury, decay, or other factors has been an issue throughout all of man’s history. Dentures have been the traditional answer to tooth loss, but dental implants [...]
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October 1, 2020

7 Flossing Facts

When a dentist mentions brushing every day, not far behind they mention flossing too. Why is flossing so important? Does it really make a difference? Here are 7 flossing facts [...]