Did you know people with teeth live 10 years longer than those without teeth? The Mayo Clinic did a study and found out that this is all because of malnutrition. When you have no teeth, people are forced to eat softer, more starchier foods. This leads to diseases related to aging like obesity, diabetes, and […]
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Every time you walk down the toothpaste aisle of your store, you’ll see that there are a LOT of toothpaste options out there. There’s toothpaste that will whiten your teeth. There are toothpastes for sensitive teeth. There are toothpastes with fluoride. There are toothpastes that taste like bubble-gum. There are toothpastes that have hydrogen peroxide.
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One question I often get asked is: “What is the best toothbrush for cleaning teeth? Which toothbrush is best: manual or electric?” My short answer is always Electric. Comparing 30,000 brush strokes per minute to 200 doesn’t even make it a competition. But there’s more to it than that. Brushing twice a day is essential
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Many people do not understand why or how they develop cavities or gum disease. Here seven keys to achieve a beautiful, confident, and healthy smile. 1 Keep gum inflammation at bay Don’t just go to get your teeth cleaned. Every time you are in the dental office ask if you have any inflammation below the
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“Wow – Dentistry is so expensive!” We often hear this from our patients. However, if you compare dental health care to medical care, it is often realized that it is actually not that expensive. Whether getting treatment for bacteria infections, prosthesis, implants or medicine, the relative costs compared to regular medicine is indeed much lower.
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Did you know that you can receive 1 of 8 different type of dental cleanings? The term “teeth cleaning” is not what we actually do at a dental office. Unfortunately, this phrase diminishes the medical reason why we provided the therapy that is needed. We actually provide gum therapy to manage the amount of inflammation
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Dental care is no longer about cavities… Yes, you read that right. Dental care is no longer about cavities. It is also not about dental cleanings. It is all about inflammation. Just as any body part can have inflammation, the gums and teeth can become inflamed. An inflammation in the body is bad, so is
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Today is Valentine’s Day, and you know what that means – at some point you’re going to be kissing your sweetie. And let’s be honest – kissing can be complicated. The mood, the timing, the lighting, the angle; everything needs to be just right for you to have a memorable kiss. But do you know
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Since one of our primary services is family dental care, I treat entire families — from kids, to adults, to the elderly. One of the questions that I often get is when a parent asks me “Do I need to brush my kid’s baby teeth?” When to Start Brushing Baby Teeth I understand where they’re
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Halloween is right around the corner, and you know what that means: cute kids in costumes, running from house to house, and when they get to the door, they yell “Trick or Treat!” Then, they get candy – LOTS of sugar-filled candy that will encourage the growth of bacteria and, therefore, cavities. You see, cavities
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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
