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How Long Should You Keep Wearing Your Retainer?

More and more people are getting braces to straighten their smiles, but there’s more to improving your teeth than just braces—you’ll need to wear a retainer afterward. Your orthodontist gives you…


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What Does It Mean to Be a Dental Hygienist?

When you go to the dentist, you interact with a lot of different people in the office, but you’ll probably end up spending the most time with a dental hygienist. A dental hygienist is the person who…


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How to Choose an Electric Toothbrush

We all know that brushing your teeth is essential for good oral hygiene, but there are so many different kinds of toothbrushes out there, it can be hard to choose one! While manual toothbrushes work…


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Is An Electric Toothbrush the Smartest Option?

Technology is constantly changing & it’s easy to get wrapped up in all the new stuff. Smart phones, smart homes, smart televisions, smart cars. When it comes to your dental care, is the most…


Medieval Barbers Were Dentists, Too

As medical professions progressed through history, the care of teeth fell on another profession during the middle ages: the barber.


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Chomp Champs: Stacking Our Bite Against the Animal Kingdom

Humans aren’t exactly known for our incredible bite force, but it turns out that we do have a relatively strong bite, especially when compared to our fellow primates.


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How Dairy Improves Your Oral Health

On the list of foods that are good for teeth, dairy makes up several items. Milk, cheese & yogurt contain many vitamins & minerals that support dental health, but that’s not the only thing…


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Dry Mouth & Your Dental Health

It’s not uncommon to experience dry mouth, but did you know that it can affect your overall dental health? Fortunately, dry mouth alone is usually not a severe issue as long as it isn’t persistent.……


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Start Healthy Dental Habits at the First Tooth

Discovering your baby has their first teeth coming in is an exciting moment. Taking care of those teeth early on can keep you & your child excited about their smile for years to come.


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Stop Teeth Grinding With These Techniques

Grinding your teeth, or Bruxism, can lead to increased wear on your teeth and, if bad enough, can result in the need for restorative care if wear results in chipped teeth or a misaligned bite. There…