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Keep up with us!Diabetes and Oral Care
Did you know that 9.3% of the population have diabetes? That is roughly 29.1 million people who live in the United States. Diabetes interferes with the body’s ability to process sugar. Both Type I and Type II diabetes result in high blood sugar levels which can cause...
It’s Sports Time!
It will be summer soon - and you know what that means? Summer sports camps and clinics; it’s sports time! Grab your shin pads, elbow pads, shoulder pads, helmets, straps, suits and mouth-guards. According to nationwidechildren.org it is “estimated that 20 to 25...
Keeping Your Teeth Healthy When You Aren’t
Being sick is hard. Your body aches, your brain is foggy, and you just don’t feel good. Like most you probably get through your day with cold medicine, fever-reducing medicine, teas, and rest. Personally, I know that when I am sick I don’t have the energy...
The Damaging Dental Duo – Dental Plaque and Tartar
I’m sure you’re aware of the damaging dental duo Dental Plaque and Tartar. Do you think they are one and the same? Then think again. In reality, plaque is the forerunner to tartar. It “paves the way” for its partner in crime against teeth. Plaque is the sticky film...
Dental Myth vs Dental Truth
You’ve probably heard your fair share of myths. There are myths about almost everything such as the sunken city of Atlantis, Bigfoot and the White Buffalo Calf Woman (that one you might have to look up)! We have a few dental myths and facts that everyone should be...
Wisdom Teeth – How wise are they?
Teeth develop in an organized fashion. Starting with baby teeth, then the first molars come in around the age of six. Next to erupt are the second molars about the age of twelve. Wisdom teeth are also known as the third set of molars and don't usually...
Getting to the Root of a Root Canal
A toothache or sensitivity to hot or cold or swelling may be signs that you need a root canal. Of course, if you do have any kind of tooth discomfort, do not self-diagnose. Call our office and we’ll make sure you get a proper diagnosis for the pain and provide a root...
Be a Happy Camper!
Toothpaste Storage The minty or cinnamon smell of most toothpaste and mouthwash is pleasant to humans...and to animals! To avoid any unwanted guests make sure your toothpaste and mouthwash is stored in a well-sealed plastic container. We suggest putting the items in a...
Smile! Smile! Smile!
First impressions are usually lasting impressions. One of the first things that people will notice about you is your smile. Why not take the opportunity to make sure yours is a dazzling smile! Benefits to Teeth Whitening – Increased confidence as seen below:...
Sugar War!
Sugar, sweet, sweet, yummy sugar. Candies, cakes, ice creams, soda and so much more; oh’ sugar, how we love thee. Sadly, this love is not reciprocated. In fact it is more of a hostile interaction. One could go as far as to say that sugar has decreed war upon our...
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