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You’ve been hearing the pleas on TV and radio commercials for years, “Don’t smoke!” The list of what smoking does to destroy the human body is long and well-known. Thankfully, these anti-smoking and anti-tobacco ads have made some progress as millions of Americans have stopped smoking and using tobacco products. Unfortunately, as many were giving …
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Inflamed gums or gingivitis can affect anyone. You may take great care of your teeth and get them cleaned by your dental hygienist twice a year and still have gum inflammation. The good news is that in most cases, you can treat it at home. If it does not resolve, please call your dentist to …
Many people wait until they have pain before going to visit the dentist. Many times this can be a costly and painful mistake. What could have been fixed and detected during a routine cleaning and examination visit may spiral into a bigger dental procedure. Tooth decay can be caused by poor or improper teeth brushing …
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Gum recession is, unfortunately, a common disease in the United States. Two out of five adults have some form of gum disease or recession. It affects adults, 30 years and older. *** Periodontal disease is an inflammatory process. It occurs as the gum tissue surrounding the teeth pulls back and exposes the tooth or the …
One of the first things that people do in the morning while getting ready for the day is to look in the mirror and smile. Unfortunately, many people don’t like what they see. Their smile may be tainted by discolored, broken, or missing teeth. It can be a painful and humiliating moment. Your smile is …
No one likes cavities. Most patients who come in for dental cleaning are always wondering: Do I have any cavities? Even the most diligent person who keeps their teeth and gums clean wonders why they still get cavities. That’s why cavity prevention is one of our main dental health goals at All Smiles Bethesda. Cavities …
Your tongue can tell you a lot about your dental health. It is a barometer for the teeth and mouth. If you see any of the following red flags, please consult your family dentist: White patches (candidiasis): This may indicate an overgrowth of fungus/yeast in the mouth. This tongue condition is often seen in pregnant …
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At All Smiles Bethesda, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One of the most common ways we recommend to boost your oral health is by improving your diet, because you (and your mouth) truly are what …
At All Smiles Bethesda, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing or flossing makes them wince or cringe. The answer, usually, is sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity typically occurs when the underlying dentin layer of the tooth is …
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Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time by secretly marrying men and their brides after the emperor had made it illegal to marry. Emperor Claudius II did this because he wanted as …