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As we journey through life, our oral health remains a cornerstone of overall well-being. With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of routine dental checkups. However, these appointments play a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy smile and preventing potential dental issues. *** So, let’s embark on a …
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A bright, white smile is associated with youth, beauty, and good oral hygiene. Teeth whitening treatments are quite popular as many celebrities have done them for years. So, it’s essential to understand the science behind this process. Tooth discoloration. It typically occurs due to various factors, such as aging, genetics, medications, tobacco, and the consumption …
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If you have cavities, you’re not alone! A 2016 study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than 90% of adults in the US have had a cavity. The report also stated that 25% of adults have untreated cavities. *** As we have stated in previous blog posts about dental care, …
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Millions of Americans have sensitive teeth. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, forty (40) million Americans, or one in eight dental patients, have sensitive teeth. *** Healthy teeth have a layer of enamel that protects the crowns of your teeth above the gumline. Under the gums is a layer called cementum. It protects the …
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A true dental emergency can happen anywhere and anytime. Most of the time, they are a result of an accident or neglected dental problems. It can be a car accident, a sports injury, or even biting into a bagel or sandwich. It’s good to know, then, what to do should a dental emergency arise. There …
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Our appearance is important to us. For many people, it can be an obsession. Billions of dollars are spent by Americans every year to improve their appearance. One area of a person’s looks that can make or break their appearance is their smile. No matter how many cosmetic surgeries, hair implants, or Botox shots you …
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Let’s just admit it: Sugar tastes good! We love sugar in everything. It’s in sweets and coffee. Sugar can even be found in a Big Mac hamburger! *** It’s difficult to avoid. Sugar tastes great that’s why we love it so much. It gives us fuel when we need it and energy, especially when it’s …
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August is National Wellness Month, so proper dental care habits are a major factor to consider when looking at your overall health. As we have shown in previous blogs, good health begins with your teeth. If your teeth or mouth are unhealthy, it may lead to many breakdowns in your body. Sometimes these can have …
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Stress can adversely affect many parts of our body. They can cause headaches, rashes, stomach pains, and even hair loss. This can be a reaction to the stress we are experiencing in our lives. Our teeth, of course, are not excluded from the damage that stress can wreak on our health. We have seen many …
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You’ve probably heard these common myths: We only use 10% of our brains. (Untrue: Most of our brain is active all the time.) George Washington had wooden teeth. (Untrue: His teeth were probably ivory, gold, lead, or other human teeth. Of course, we would know this one!) Georgia produces the most peaches in the U.S. …