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What Are the Symptoms of an Abscessed Tooth?

An abscessed tooth is a serious and dangerous dental problem if it is not treated. The symptoms are varied and can be mistaken for other dental problems in the early stages. It is important to see your dentist immediately if you think something…

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10 Foods That Have Oral Health Benefits

You have probably heard of eating certain foods to get your vitamins and minerals. You may even know which foods have healthy fats and which do not. Did you know that certain foods can support good oral health? Read our dentist‘s article about…

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Is Thumb Sucking Bad For My Child’s Teeth?

Does your child like to suck their thumb? Have you ever wondered if thumb sucking may affect your child’s teeth? As you search the internet you may find conflicting information. Our dentist’s article below will help you better understand the different sides of…

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Salivary Gland Infection

Could I Have a Salivary Gland Infection?

Do you have a sore mouth or cheeks? Does your face feel puffy or swollen? If you have these symptoms or any of the symptoms listed in our dentist’s article below, you might have a salivary gland infection. What Is a Salivary Gland?…

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Is Gum Bad For Teeth

Is Chewing Gum Bad for Your Teeth?

Do you enjoy chewing gum? Have people told you that it harms your teeth? Or maybe they said the opposite, that it helps your teeth? There are many opinions on gum, but where are the real facts? Read our dentist‘s blog post to…

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Tooth Decay

The Facts About Tooth Decay

Our teeth are an important part of our body. They allow us to eat all kinds of foods. Teeth are the first step in the food process. They bite, chew, and grind our food making it easier to digest. Tooth decay destroys your…

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Dry Socket

What You Need to Know About Dry Socket

Dental health is super important. Cavities, infections, and other dental health problems are painful and also expensive to fix. Dry socket is becoming more and more common in healthy adults after they extract a tooth. Keep on reading our dentist‘s article to discover…

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Why Are There Calcium Deposits on My Teeth?

It can be awkward to go outside with yellow teeth or teeth with texture. When calcium builds up because of bacteria and food, a plaque forms on the teeth. This is easy to get rid of and prevent, but once it builds up,…

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Worst Halloween Candy

The Worst Halloween Candy for Your Teeth

The holidays are coming up, which means plenty of opportunities to eat Halloween candy. There is nothing wrong with eating Halloween candy, especially once in a while. However, if you continuously eat Halloween candy without brushing your teeth or taking care of your…

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8 Best Foods to Eat After Getting Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

It usually isn’t fun having to take a trip to the dentist. Wisdom teeth removal can be a headache, but typically your mouth is numb and you are put to sleep during the entire procedure. However, when you wake up it is likely…

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