We have a lot of reasons to be grateful for our teeth. They help us eat our favorite foods, talk to our friends, and smile at our loved ones. Establishing a good oral hygiene routine is the best way to take care of your teeth and make sure they last you a lifetime. Dental enamel
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Periodontal disease, commonly called gum disease, is an infection in your gingiva (gum tissue) that weakens and gradually destroys the support of your teeth. The infection is caused by a surplus of bacteria due to plaque build-up. According to the CDC, 47.2% of adults 30 years and older have some form of gum disease. Regular
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No matter how careful you are, accidents happen, and sometimes they result in a knocked out tooth. This type of dental emergency can be very stressful and upsetting. If you lose a tooth due to an accident, don’t worry! As long as you know what to do, your dentist can potentially save and even reattach
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Are you currently experiencing tooth pain that never goes away? Or have you noticed one of your teeth is extremely sensitive to hot or cold? These symptoms of infection might have you wondering, “Do I need a root canal?” In this post, we discuss what a root canal is, why you might need one, and
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Parents do a great job at teaching children proper oral care at an early age. Children brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing every day helps ensure developing teeth stay clean and strong. As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Paul Whitney at Country Club Dental also has another tool to help further protect a child’s
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When people come to our practice to ask about dentures, they usually bring a lot of misunderstandings along with them. For example, people often ask if dentures are uncomfortable or even dangerous to wear. And they’re always surprised to hear just how common dentures are. Here are the five top mistaken beliefs about dentures we
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While most people understand how their teeth and gums work, they might know less about the bones that construct their mouths. For instance, did you know that issues with your jaw can cause problems for the rest of your mouth? TMJ disorder is one of the most common jaw issues we see here at Country
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No one likes to hear the word “cancer”, including when they are at the dentist’s office. Unfortunately, cancer can occur in almost any area of the mouth. If caught early by the dentists at Country Club Dental, most oral cancers are treatable. Here’s a look at what dental cancer is, the signs of oral cancer
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You probably already know that drinking water is crucial for staying healthy and hydrated. But did you also know that it specifically benefits your dental health as well? Regularly drinking water helps lower your risk of dental disease, brighten your smile, and much more. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes water so good for
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Chances are, you’ve noticed that colder weather makes your skin and hair drier. But did you know that cold weather can also affect your mouth? Every winter at Country Club Dental we see people with specific mouth ailments they only get at this time of year. Today we’re sharing our top winter mouth care tips
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