Did you know that your dental exams include an oral cancer screening? We’ll check your lips, gums, tongue, jaw, and the inside of your mouth for any abnormalities that could potentially be cancerous. Because this disease is easiest to treat in its early stages, every adult over 40 should get screened at least once a
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New goals. New routines. According to surveys, 79% of new year’s resolutions are health-related. People often resolve to get more exercise, lose weight, or eat better. However, not many people make resolutions about their oral health. Just because we are 4 months into the new year doesn’t mean you need to wait for 2027 to
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It’s no secret that kids love to snack. But the types of food they eat have a direct effect on their dental health. Whether your child is a toddler or a teen, promoting healthy snacks like fresh fruits and vegetables, cheese, and milk is one of the best ways to prevent cavities. So instead of
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Ben switched to vaping a couple of years back. He figured it was the smarter move, less harsh, fewer chemicals, and no lingering smoke smell. However, his teeth were still getting stained, and at his last dental checkup, he needed treatment for gum disease as well as two cavities. Ben had not changed anything else
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Nearly half of American adults have gum disease, yet most of them have no idea. You might brush every day, feel zero pain, and still have something brewing below the gumline. That is the sneaky part about this condition. By the time gum disease becomes obvious, it has been quietly doing damage for a while.
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Whether you rely on energy drinks to make it through your busy day or to help you survive your college finals, it may be time to find a healthier alternative. Just like coffee and soda, energy drinks can also cause enamel erosion, plaque buildup, dry mouth, and stained teeth. Let’s take a closer look at
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Do you find yourself dreading brushing your teeth due to arthritis pain? Does dealing with string floss make you want to quit flossing altogether? If you’re living with arthritis, brushing and flossing can be difficult or even painful. But you should never suffer when it comes to cleaning your teeth. Tools like electric toothbrushes and
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If you’re not brushing your teeth the right way, you could be letting plaque build up and harden into tartar. Brushing your teeth is an important part of maintaining good oral health, but it only works when you’re doing it effectively. Here are three tips from our dental hygienists that will help you brush your
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Need some good gift ideas for the New Year? Why not give the gift of oral health? Taking care of your teeth and gums helps keep your whole body healthy, which is what we all want for our friends and family. That is why we have made a list of our five favorite gifts focused
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Do you typically wake up with headaches? Do you hear a “popping” sound when you chew? Do you ever have trouble opening your mouth wide enough to bite your sandwich or burger? Does it feel like your teeth don’t quite fit together the right way? These are all signs of a temporomandibular joint disorder. The
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