Cavity Prevention

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To help protect your smile from risks that can arise as you age, it is important to always practice effective oral hygiene routines including brushing and flossing every single day. Ideally, you should brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day as well. However, your oral health care will not… Read more »

Oral Emergencies Can Happen At Any Time

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Oral accidents and emergencies are common, but they can also be quite serious. They cause severe problems for your oral health, not to mention the implications to your overall health. Should a problem arise, preparation and education about accidents could be the difference in saving your smile.   Oral emergencies can occur eating crunchy foods… Read more »

What is Dental Erosion?

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What’s dental erosion? This can occur when bad bacteria creates acid which then eats away at your precious tooth enamel, the hard outermost layer of your teeth that that protects what is inside. Listed below are a few hazards to be aware of in order to help you avoid dental erosion: – Acid can be… Read more »

Flossing Techniques for Better Oral Health

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Have you ever seen an internet article that questions the need for flossing? They certainly exist, but are they accurate? Steven J. Brazis, DDS is here to tell you that based on decades of research and experience, we know that flossing is an absolutely vital part of a healthy oral hygiene routine. Are you ready… Read more »

Halitosis Isn’t Always Created by Foul-Smelling Food

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Did you know that halitosis is an additional name for bad breath? Although it may appear so, halitosis isn’t always created by foul-smelling food. In some cases, it’s a sign of something much worse, including diseases and ailments inside the body. If you fail to uphold proper brushing and flossing daily habits, halitosis can occur… Read more »

Tooth Replacement Treatments to Consider

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There may come a time in your life where you will be faced with the difficult prospect of losing teeth. Fortuitously, in modern dentistry, there are plenty of replacement options that can completely restore your smile. The main task then becomes choosing which treatment will work best for you. Listed below are three fantastic tooth… Read more »

What Is Endodontics?

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Have you ever wondered what endodontists do? Endodontics is the dentistry focus on a specialized form of dentistry that uses advanced techniques to care for the root and pulp of teeth. For more information about endodontics, consider the following: – It is possible for teeth that have had a root canal therapy to last a… Read more »

The Basics of Dental Anxiety

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Dental anxiety can strike at any age and is not something you should ever be ashamed of. However, stress at the dentist’s office can be treated to ensure your visit will be comforting, pleasant, and beneficial for your health. For a better understanding of the basics of dental anxiety, listed below are some key facts… Read more »

Can Fluoride Protect Your Tooth Enamel?

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Did you know that fluoride can protect your tooth enamel? Although fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral in our world, its oral health benefits are well noted so it is often inserted into many teeth cleaning products we use, as well as the public water supply. Although fluoride can be harmful to very young children… Read more »

What Are the Most Common Forms of Tooth Replacement?

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Are you in need of a tooth replacement? Have you any lost or missing teeth that must be filled in to avoid further damage to your teeth and gums? If you have any missing teeth, three common tooth replacements include dentures, bridges, and implants. Dentures are the most well-known form of tooth replacement and are… Read more »