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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 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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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. …
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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You may be reading this blog during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays and your teeth may be the last thing on your mind. We understand that. It is usually a time to enjoy with family, friends, and co-workers. Your teeth may not even be on the radar screen. However, for some of you, you …
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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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Many people dread going to the dentist. Dental visits have the reputation of being painful and uncomfortable, and it is common for people to compare unfortunate situations such as having a root canal or feeling the dentist’s drill. However, at All Smiles Bethesda, dental visits are not that bad. Your regular cleaning and checkup are noninvasive. …
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 …
Our team at All Smiles Bethesda recently learned that in the decade between 2000 and 2010, the amount of adults who regularly visited their dentist declined, according to research released by the American Dental Association’s Health Policy Resources Center (HPRC). In fact, the HPRC found that the percentage of adults who had regular checkups every …