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Tannins & Teeth: A Complicated Relationship

Tannins, those undercurrent notes present in wine, tea & more, have a bit of a love/hate relationship with your oral health. 


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What Your Dentist’s Residency Did for Their Education

Dentists are highly skilled experts on oral health & becoming one requires years of intensive education. One of the most intense periods for many dentists is the residency, which typically…


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How to Keep Enamel Strong After Braces

After months of care, precise brushing & accidentally popping more than one stick of gum in your mouth, your braces are finally ready to come off. What state are your teeth in after removal &…


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Retaining Your Smile

Everyone loves a good smile, & for those who are fresh out of their braces journey, retainers are the best way to preserve their gleaming new arrangement.


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Lean Back & Enjoy the Read: The History of the Dental Chair

The operatory chair: quite possibly the best part about visiting the dentist. The custom comfort, with such comprehensive controls even the most stoic adult is tempted to toy with its features before…


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Dental Hygiene Linked to Better Mental Health

Maintaining great oral hygiene can fight away more than just cavities, recent studies are showing. Maintaining your mental health has a bit to do with your smile as well, & not just because…


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Flossing Is Good for the Gums

Flossing is an important part of a daily dental hygiene routine. Not only does it help keep teeth clean on surfaces toothbrushes cannot reach, but it also helps keep gums healthy, leading to better…


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The Dangers Behind Sugarcoating Your Teeth

We’ve all heard the warning: “Too much sugar is going to give you cavities!” But what is it about sugar that is so detrimental for our teeth? As it turns out, sugar itself is not the culprit behind…


The One Soda That’s Good for Your Teeth

A quick glance at a drug store’s oral care shelves will reveal an array of products containing baking soda (sodium bicarbonate). While in today’s advanced world baking soda may seem simple, it’s also…


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Traveling Toothbrushes: How to Keep Yours Clean on Vacation

Seeing the world can fill you with experiences that you’ll never forget. But there’s one memory no one wants to make: finding their toothbrush has been soiled in transit.  If you’re planning on…