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Best Practices for Better Oral Health
January is a great time to begin (or re-commit to) new healthy habits, and that includes taking steps to maintain your good oral health. Fortunately, there are several ways in which you can contribute to having healthier teeth and gums. What follows are several “best practices” for better oral health: Brush and floss – The […]
The Importance of Proper Gum Care
Most of us have grown up knowing how important it is to brush and floss your teeth to prevent tooth decay. But healthy teeth are only one part of good oral health. In fact, healthy gums are absolutely essential. What follows are reasons why it’s so important to properly care for your gums. Without healthy […]
Dentistry FAQs
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t know too much about dentistry. And you don’t have to! After all, we trust our oral health care to the professionals who are educated and have worked in that field for many years. So it only makes sense that those of us who are patients and not […]
How Stress Can Result in TMJ Disorder
The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has left all of us feeling more stressed than usual. And if you’re like most people, there are other anxiety-producing issues you’re facing as well – such as loss of income and/or home-schooling your kids, for example. If you’re feeling as though you’re under more stress than usual, you’re not alone. […]
Creating a Thanksgiving Menu that Benefits Oral Health
Most of us look forward to Thanksgiving, a day when we can spend quality time with our family and friends and enjoy some of our favorite holiday dishes. Unfortunately, not all of those Thanksgiving favorites are healthy for our teeth and gums. But here’s the good news: you can plan a holiday meal that’s not […]
Why Drinking Water Benefits Oral Health
Most of us know how important it is to stay hydrated, especially during the hot summer months. But you may not know that drinking water helps to keep your teeth and gums healthy too! In fact, if you sip on fluoridated tap water, you’re helping to fight against cavities at the same time you’re keeping […]
Reasons for Tooth Pain
We all experience tooth pain from time to time. In fact, a recent survey suggests that over 20% of American adults have had some type of toothache or mouth pain within the previous six-month period. The vast majority of the time, toothaches go away on their own. Sometimes, if the pain is caused by tooth […]
How Oral Health Affects the Immune System
With the current COVID-19 pandemic spreading throughout the globe, many people are concerned about contracting the virus. That’s why it’s so important to make sure that your immune system is as strong as possible by eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and getting a good night’s sleep. But there’s something else you can do to […]
Yes, Root Canals Are Safe!
If the idea of getting a root canal sends chills down your spine, you’re not alone. Many dental patients would rather have just about any dental procedure outside of a root canal. But this procedure is actually very common and relatively routine. In fact, it’s fair to say that root canals have gotten a bad […]
What Pregnant Women Need to Know About Oral Health
If you’re expecting a child, you probably already know many of the dos and don’ts when it comes to taking care of your unborn child. You’re no doubt aware that you should avoid smoking or using alcohol and/or drugs while you’re carrying your child. And you probably understand the importance of eating a healthy diet, […]