Why We’re Thankful for the Dentist
IT’S THAT TIME of the year when we take stock of what we’re thankful for. Even in a…
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Fighting Back Against Dental Anxiety
DENTAL PHOBIA AND anxiety are pretty common, affecting more than one in every ten…
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What Causes Bleeding Gums
THERE ARE SEVERAL reasons gum tissue might end up bleeding, and not just…
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Type 1 Diabetes and Dental Health
DIABETES CAN BE A big obstacle for maintaining good dental health, even in childhood for kids who…
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Strange and Fascinating Animal Teeth
WE’RE THE EXPERTS on human teeth, but there are lots of interesting teeth out there. You probably…
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Have a Mouth-Healthy Halloween
CAN YOU BELIEVE HALLOWEEN is coming up so soon? It’s always a fun time of year, with the…
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Sugar Versus Our Teeth
SUGAR IS THE GREATEST nemesis of the dental profession and anyone who wants to maintain…
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What’s Causing Childhood Caries?
40% OF KIDS WILL develop at least one cavity by the time they reach sixth…
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Be Careful of Oral Health Fads
GENERALLY SPEAKING, INFLUENCERS are not a great source of health advice. One person’s…
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Choosing the Best Toothbrush
CENTURIES AGO, PEOPLE didn’t have many options for how to keep their teeth clean. Some cultures…
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