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Category: Preventive Dentistry

Quick Questions And Answers: Your Toothbrush

Do you know how to choose the best toothbrush for your dental hygiene? Or, do you feel like this is more of something you complete as a “luck of the draw” shopping experience? While it might seem like all brushes provide you with the same benefits, this is not the case. Some are just right, while […]

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How Do We Prevent Tooth Decay?

Cavities are a very widespread oral health issue, one that affects people of all ages, from kids to seniors. Without treatment, a cavity can morph from a minor discomfort to a serious infection, one that could even threaten the stability of your tooth. How do we prevent tooth decay? What can we do to avoid […]

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5 Tips For Gum Disease Prevention

Millions of people in the United States suffer from gum disease. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control, half of adults over the age of 30 experience some form of the disease. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to potentially avoid the disease and help improve your overall oral hygiene. We have […]

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Brushing: A Few Things To Avoid

When you’re making every effort to provide your smile with optimal dental hygiene, it can be quite disheartening to end up with a cavity, sensitivity, or any other sign that something isn’t quite right with your home care. We encourage you to take a moment to focus on your brushing. With the help of a […]

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Quiz: Choosing Dental Hygiene Products

Do you feel curious about choosing your dental hygiene products and whether you’re making good decisions? Perhaps you also wonder if, as long as you select something from the hygiene aisle at your local drugstore, any decision is a good decision. As a matter of fact, it’s possible to make choices for the products you […]

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3 Goals Of Preventive Visits

Have you ever given much thought to why you are supposed to schedule a preventive dentistry visit one time every six months? Do you ever think to yourself that once every six months seems too frequent? Perhaps you are like many patients and assume that the main reason we ask to see you is to […]

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3 Ways To Protect Children’s Smiles

Are you finding that you feel more and more concerned about the state of your child’s oral health? Does this have something to do with the fact that though you feel you’re doing your best, you worry there’s more you could be doing to promote a healthy smile? Never fear, we are here to help […]

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Spotting Signs Of Bruxism

Bruxism is a term for habitual, unconscious teeth grinding, which can occur most often while you sleep. Because bruxism is more frequent during sleep, sufferers may not realize that it is occurring. Symptoms that suggest possible teeth grinding included, headaches, jaw stiffness, and damage to teeth. If you find your self waking up to these […]

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What Happens At A Checkup And Cleaning?

When was the last time you visited the dentist for a routine exam? What may seem like minor procedures, having your teeth cleaned and examined can actually help prevent the onset of serious oral health problems. What happens at a checkup and cleaning? Why are these preventive visits so crucial for maintaining a healthy and […]

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How To Brush And Floss Correctly

Do you know how to brush and floss correctly? This may seem like a simple enough task, but many are unaware that they aren’t caring for their teeth properly. Even if you brush and floss everyday you might not be receiving the benefits you need to avoid the onset of tooth decay and gum disease […]

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