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Feb

9

Why do some teeth decay more quickly than others?

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It often seems as if people who have fillings have them in their back teeth. Is that really true, or does it just appear that way? In this article, we’ll peek into the mouths of everyone from babies to seniors and try to figure out which teeth are most likely to decay and what the causes are. Then we’ll take a brief look at what you can do to keep your teeth well into old age. Read more »

Jan

31

When to take your child to the dentist

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According to the American Dental Academy, you should take your child to see a dentist as soon as his or her first tooth appears or no later than their first birthday. There are several reasons to take young children to a family dentist including:

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Jan

19

Common Myths about Root Canal Therapy You Need to Know

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The mere mention of a root canal therapy is enough to send some people into anxiety attacks; images of severely painful and excruciating dental procedures may come to mind, which may even lead to patients avoiding root canal therapy altogether – even if the treatment may be their only chance to save their teeth. Getting to know the complete truth about a number of root canal therapy myths will hopefully help you in deciding to get the root canal therapy you need – while you still have a chance to save your teeth.

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Jan

5

Mouth Breathing Can Cause Major Health Problems

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For some, the phrase “spring is in the air” is quite literal. When the winter snow melts and flowers bloom, pollen and other materials can wreak havoc on those suffering from seasonal allergies, usually causing a habit called “mouth breathing.” The physical, medical and social problems associated with mouth breathing are not recognized by most health care professionals, according to a study published in the January/February 2010 issue of General Dentistry, the peer-reviewed clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). Dentists typically request that their patients return every six months, which means that some people see their dentist more frequently than they see their physician. As a result, dentists may be the first to identify the symptoms of mouth breathing. And, because dentists understand the problems associated with mouth breathing, they can help prevent the adverse effects.

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Dec

31

Things you need to know about dry mouth

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Dry mouth is a common problem of reduced saliva flow in the oral cavity. Caused by many medications, certain diseases, and stress, dry mouth can lead to dental problems, including tooth decay and gum infection. Keeping the mouth moist and clean is vital to good oral health.

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Dec

27

Tooth Bonding For a Beautiful Smile!

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Cosmetic and restorative dentistry is not a field dental patients are familiar with until they need a service like tooth bonding. Often referred to as a gateway to cosmetic dentistry, tooth bonding is easy to perform and cost effective. Unlike some restorative dentistry techniques, cosmetic tooth bonding does not require multiple visits to your cosmetic dentist.

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Dec

24

Treating Gum Disease Options

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Gum disease is a very serious oral health complication, which if left untreated can easily lead to permanent tooth loss. It all starts with gingivitis, and then over the years the problem becomes more and more complex.

If you are struggling with gum disease, check out below a few of the most popular and benefit treatment options.

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Dec

17

The Smile Makeover-From Start to Finish

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You’ve seen the fabulous results of a smile makeover – an amazing smile that’s straight, white, even, just perfect. But what does it take to get there? You might be surprised to learn just how quickly and comfortably your smile can be transformed.

What is surprising to most is that, no matter what the problem with your smile, there’s a way to make it absolutely stunning.

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Dec

10

Five tips to help patients care for their appliances and teeth during treatment

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Orthodontics is the vehicle that delivers a patient’s teeth to their final destination of a stunning, straight smile.

That vehicle must be correctly maintained and cared for if it is going to arrive at its destination in a timely manner, and without costly repairs and setbacks.

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Nov

30

Know the early signs of dental health problems

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Some people may not know how to spot the signs of oral disease. While some individuals believe that they will know when something is wrong with their mouth because they are experiencing pain, they may be incorrect. Tooth decay can be occurring right under their noses without them even realizing it, which is why it’s important to know the signs other than pain.

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