2016

  • Do You Know What Coffee Is Doing to Your Oral Health?

    If you start your day with a cup of coffee, you're not alone. Over 80 percent of adults enjoy not just one cup of coffee, but around three cups a day. Have you taken the time to consider what drinking coffee might be doing to your oral health? If not, you should investigate. Coffee Can Cause Discoloration When drinking a cup of coffee, the last thing you want to do is spill it on your clothes.
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  • Good Oral Hygiene For Expectant Mothers

    So much is going on with you during pregnancy that you may not be thinking about teeth – not even yours, much less your baby's. However, good oral hygiene improves you and your baby's health. What's more, certain conditions can develop because of your pregnancy. Take care of your teeth while you're pregnant, and help develop your baby's teeth as well. Importance of Standard Dental Care Standard dental care is not only safe, it's recommended to promote overall good health.
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  • How Transforming Your Teeth Transforms Your Career

    Here in the U.S., your appearance is everything in the acting world. If you are heavy, misshapen or have an awful smile, you are less likely to be cast in the roles you want. Worse still, you cannot present a nice head shot to directors and producers if your smile looks like you just crawled out of the backwoods of some southern state. Here is how a family dentist can transform your teeth, and how your nicer teeth transforms your acting career.
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  • Are You A Veteran In Need Of Dental Care?

    Transitioning from the military can be tough, as it delivers a lot of financial and social uncertainties. Many veterans leave the military while being rushed through the process and may not have gotten a final dental checkup. Veterans Affairs (VA) dentist offices are available, but the wait time is long and doesn't have a full set of services for everything from cavity followups to removals. If you need a bit more than a cleaning—or a cleaning a bit closer to home—here are a few ways that a non-VA dentist and the VA can help.
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  • Do You Want A Whiter, Brighter Smile? Check Out Your Options For Tooth Whitening

    Your smile can make a huge difference in your self-confidence and self-esteem, so taking steps to ensure your teeth are healthy is important. You may have no cavities and you may brush your teeth twice a day every day, but your teeth still have discoloration and stains. Learn more about how you can have whiter, healthier-looking teeth. Tooth Whitening In Your Dentist's Office One of the best ways to whiten your smile is at your dentist's office.
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  • 3 Facts To Know About Periodontal Disease

    Gum disease is incredibly common, especially among older individuals even though it is a preventable disease. If your dentist has warned you that you have or may develop gum disease, check out these three facts you need to know about periodontal disease. Gingivitis Is Easily Treated Periodontal disease comes in two forms: gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is easily treated with at-home changes to your oral health, such as brushing and flossing regularly.
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  • Do You Think A Custom Mouthpiece Costs Too Much For Your Child? Why You Can't Afford To Not Have One

    If your child is starting to play sports where they have contact with other kids and you've noticed that they get hit in the face now and then, it may be time to get them a custom fitting mouth guard. A custom fitting mouth guard is ideal because it will protect your child, and because you know it's going to fit properly. If you're worried about the costs of the mouth guard, or if you are concerned it isn't worth the investment, here are some things to consider.
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  • Is Taking Calcium Supplements Beneficial For Your Teeth?

    Calcium is an important mineral for the body. It helps to build strong teeth and bones. Is it possible to help your teeth by taking calcium supplements on a daily basis? Here's a look at the facts surrounding the supplements. The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Says Yes Back in 2000, WebMD reported that Toronto's American Society for Bone and Mineral Research conducted a study to see how calcium and vitamin D supplements would help.
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  • I Know What You Had To Drink: 4 Ways To Enjoy Red Wine Without The Stains

    You spend a lot of time and effort keeping your teeth as white as they can be. That can be difficult when you enjoy red wine. Luckily, you don't have to give up red wine just to keep your teeth white. If you've switched to white wine to avoid stains, you can switch back. Here are four simple steps you can take to keep those red wine stains off your pearly white teeth.
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  • Bad Dental Habits Your Kids Need To Break

    No matter how many times parents remind children to brush their teeth before bed, few children love all the work that's involved in taking excellent care of their teeth. In fact, some kids can inadvertently develop some pretty bad dental habits that they need to break right away. If your kids have done the following, be sure to take action to help them develop new, healthier habits. Drinking Before Bed
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