The gums are an often-neglected part of oral health. While many people focus on their teeth and the prevention of cavities, it is just as important to think about gum swelling around the tooth. The gums are responsible for partly anchoring the teeth to the jaw and provide protection for the roots that secure the […]
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Oral care is a vital part of keeping your entire body healthy, and this involves learning how to floss your teeth. While many people have likely grown up being told to brush twice a day and visit the dentist every six months, flossing is often overlooked. How often are you supposed to floss your teeth?
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Many people know the pain associated with a damaged tooth. Whether it’s a cavity, root canal, or a chipped tooth, the pain can have a serious impact on a person’s quality of life. A broken tooth can remove enjoyment from someone’s favorite dishes and even make it difficult to speak. Without a doubt, those with
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Many people are in need of dentures and, contrary to many people’s opinions, dentures are for people of all ages. Dentures are used to replace missing teeth. They give people the ability to eat, speak, and swallow that they otherwise may not have. Furthermore, dentures have a significant aesthetic benefit because, not only do they
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I love to talk about the benefits of dental implants – as you may know, I have four implants. In my opinion, they’re simply the best way to replace a missing tooth — because they’re attached to the jawbone, they look and function just like a natural tooth. But when talking to patients about getting
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“Is fluoride safe?” I hear this question all the time. It is not surprising considering the confusing information available online. While some people claim that it is not safe to use, many dentists claim that it is necessary for dental health care. What Is Fluoride? Is It Safe? Let me start off by giving you
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Choosing a dentist in Charlotte, NC is one of the most important decisions you can make. Not only do you want to make sure that you like the dentist, but you also have to check whether he or she is knowledgeable or not when it comes to modern technology and treatments. You also need to
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When most of us go through our teenage years, we often hear that we need to get our wisdom teeth removed. In fact, wisdom tooth removal is one of my most frequent questions, so I thought I’d try to address some of those questions involving this procedure here: Is it necessary to have wisdom teeth
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Summertime is almost here, and you know what that means – road trips with the family! This summer, you and your family will experience new things, explore new places, try new foods, and you’re going to have a great time! Until somebody has a dental emergency. What’s a dental emergency? It’s when something unexpected —
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Did you know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month? I’m guessing you probably didn’t. After all, April is a busy month. There is April Fool’s Day. There is Easter, and Baseball has just started. Hockey playoffs are also underway. In addition, April is the official month of over 30 issues! (If you don’t believe
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Periodontitis is a severe gum infection that can lead to further dental and health complications if left untreated. Beyond just being a dental concern, periodontitis
