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Mouthwash: Alcohol vs Alcohol-Free

Mouthwash: Alcohol vs Alcohol-Free

In this article, we will discuss the two different types of mouthwash available on the market: alcohol and alcohol-free. The first type, alcohol, is a substance that is produced by distilling fermented fruit or grain beverages. The second type, alcohol-free, is a product that does not contain any ethanol, nor does it contains any substances […]

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Your Guide to Dental Insurance

Your Guide to Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance is intended to help people pay for dental work in the same way health insurance helps cover medical costs. While dental insurance is separate from health insurance, both are typically offered by employers as part of a benefits package, often along with vision insurance. Dental insurance can be a huge help for people […]

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Why Flossing is Important

Why Flossing is Important

In this article, you will learn about The Importance of Flossing. Flossing helps clean teeth by removing the icky plaque that builds up between them. Many people neglect to care for their teeth and gums, but this is a big mistake! During your dental checkups, you should mention any habits you have outside the dentist’s […]

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Is Candy Actually Bad for Your Teeth?

Is Candy Actually Bad for Your Teeth?

Now that Christmas and Valentine’s seasons are over, we are quickly approaching Easter, followed by Halloween and soon thanksgiving. It seems that you’re bombarded with candy and other sweet items to eat in all seasons of the year. Now that in-person meetups are becoming more and more safe and popular, we are spending more time […]

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Don’t Be Afraid of Getting a Root Canal!

Don’t Be Afraid of Getting a Root Canal!

The word root canal appears to foray fear in people. The majority of people seem to believe that the root canal is very scary and painful. The notion about a root canal is overall pretty negative, but this should not be the case because getting a root canal is actually a good thing when it […]

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Preventing your dog from eating your retainer

Preventing your dog from eating your retainer

A retainer is a removable appliance that is used to hold any area of the mouth open while healing occurs, e.g., after orthodontic treatment or surgical correction of tooth misalignment. Why Do Dogs like Retainers? Dogs are attracted to retainers since they are flavored from the smell of the saliva. The retainer material is soft, […]

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Can Grinding Your Teeth Lead to Hearing Loss?

Can Grinding Your Teeth Lead to Hearing Loss?

Grinding your teeth is a habit that many people have, but it can lead to some serious health problems. It may seem like the only consequence of grinding your teeth is getting a sore jaw and neck, but there is more to it than that. Grinding your teeth can also affect your hearing! This article […]

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Headaches: A Hint You’re Grinding Your Teeth

Headaches: A Hint You’re Grinding Your Teeth

If you’re experiencing frequent headaches, it may be time to see your dentist. There are many potential causes for headaches, including stress, allergies, and sleep deprivation. However, one of the most common reasons is teeth grinding or clenching during sleep, also known as bruxism. Grinding or clenching the teeth during sleep is typically accompanied by […]

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Common Tongue Problems

Common Tongue Problems

While it is not something that people often consider, tongue health is important to overall oral hygiene. This can mean taking care to properly clean your tongue and carry out best practices when it comes to keeping it healthy. But it is also important to pay attention to what your tongue can tell you about […]

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Supplements To Boost Dental Health Part 2

Supplements To Boost Dental Health Part 2

If you want your body to run like a well-oiled machine, then you will need to make sure that you are getting enough of the right kinds of fuel. You rely on a complex system of vitamins and minerals to regulate your health and create what your body needs to sustain a healthy set of […]

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Caring for Your Child’s Teeth

Caring for Your Child’s Teeth

It is a common attitude that because children do not currently have their secondary (adult) teeth, that it is not important to care for their teeth. While it is true that some of the damage primary (“baby”) teeth sustain won’t be permanent, it is also the case that there are some things that can lead […]

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Supplements to Boost Dental Health

Supplements to Boost Dental Health

If you want to maintain or improve your dental health, it’s important to give your body the nutrients it requires. Our bodies are great at protecting and healing themselves in a variety of ways (to an extent), but without the right vitamins and minerals they can’t perform at peak efficiency. Remember that the most important […]