What’s the best way to get a brighter smile? Having discolored teeth can affect your confidence, but what is the most effective way to whiten them? We compare the pros and cons of professional vs. at-home teeth whitening treatments below. How Do Teeth Get Discolored? Teeth can become discolored for many reasons. As we age,
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Taking care of your dentures is an important part of wearing them. Just like natural teeth, dentures still require daily care to keep them from getting dirty, stained, or compromised. Whether they are full or partial, implanted or removable, all dentures need to be cleaned every day—here’s why. Five Reasons Why It’s Important to Clean
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My medical physical is only once a year! Why do my teeth need a checkup two times a year? That is a question we hear often. While it may seem like overkill, there’s a good reason for seeing a dentist twice a year. Many dental diseases can quickly grow out of hand, and since your
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A visit to the dentist should never compromise your health. Worrying about germs is the last thing you want during a dental appointment. That is why we take dental infection control very seriously. We work hard to ensure our office is clean, our instruments are sterile, and that our practices won’t leave you with the
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Most people use mouthwash to eliminate bad breath. However, mouthwash can do a lot more for your mouth than just make it smell nicer. Depending on which type of mouthwash you choose, it can even help kill the bacteria that can cause cavities and tooth decay. Want to know more? Mouthwash 101 is now in
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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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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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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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