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How Does Diabetes Affect Oral Health?

Diabetes is a disease that affects the way your body uses glucose, which is a type of sugar that comes from the food you eat. Glucose is important because it …

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Five Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

Sedation dentistry refers to the use of medication to help a patient relax during a dental procedure. This is especially helpful for patients who experience dental anxiety. Listed below are …

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7 Worst Foods For Oral Health And Smile

If you eat a healthy diet, you are more likely to have healthier teeth. Eating the right foods, in addition to keeping your teeth and gums clean, can help you …

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Why is December the Great Time to See Your Dentist?

Many families tend to spend a lot of their time indoors during the holiday season. With school breaks, family activities, and special events, it can be easy for cavities and …

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6 Bad Habits That Harm Your Teeth

Good oral hygiene is the key to healthy teeth and gums and a healthy smile. Our teeth should be cared for properly, or else they may become weak and unhealthy. …

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Dental Care Tips For Halloween

Halloween is a festival celebrated by kids and adults alike. It is celebrated in October. People wear costumes, visit houses, and attend parties. Did you know that nearly 40 percent …

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Healthy Practices To Maintain Good Oral Health

Keeping your teeth and gums healthy starts with a healthy diet. A balanced diet contains vitamins and minerals that are essential for overall wellness. Without these nutrients, your body can’t …

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Caring For Your Mouth After Extractions

Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from the socket in the jawbone. Extractions are necessary for a number of reasons, including tooth decay, infection, trauma, crowding, gum disease, …

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5 Common Dental Emergencies

If you’ve made it to this page, you’re probably experiencing a dental emergency. At our practice, we offer same-day appointments to help ease your discomfort. During a dental emergency, it’s …

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Do You Like Your Smile?

Having a beautiful smile is everyone's dream. The glow a perfect smile brings to you is bright and radiant. The major defects on the teeth often stand out during a …