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5 Things To Ask Your Dentist Before Dental Sedation

For anyone who suffers from dental anxiety, low pain tolerance, extreme sensitivity or movement disorders, going to the dentist can be extremely difficult. More and more patients who suffer from…
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I Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Years. What Should I Expect?

When life gets hectic, many adults put off routine dental appointments, and that can come back to haunt you down the road. If it has been longer than you’d like…
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Making Your Mouth Extra Kissable This Valentine’s Day

Dreaming of candy hearts, romantic love songs, and a perfect first kiss this Valentine’s Day? Before cozying up to the one you love, make sure your mouth is in excellent…
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Your Ear Ache May Be a Sign of a Dental Issue

An earache can be quite painful at times, and the immediate assumption is that the pain is the result of some problem within the ears. Interestingly, that ear pain you…
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Dental Terminology: What Your Dentist is Really Saying

After getting your teeth cleaned and polished by a dental hygienist, the dentist will come in to examine your teeth. To many patients, it is hard to follow along with…
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Six Tips to Save Your Teeth This Christmas

The holidays are a joyful time for many, but they also bring potential health risks to your teeth. In particular, your dental health can be at risk due to the…
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Daily Oral Hygiene Routine Checklist

Having a routine and following it daily reduces the need to make mundane decisions throughout the day. Routines enable us to know exactly what tasks we need to do, without…
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Is Your Diet Destroying Your Teeth?

Taking better care of your body by fueling it with healthy foods is a great step in becoming the best version of yourself. But if you’re embarking on a new…
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I'm an Adult - So Why is My Tooth Loose?

Every adult remembers the thrill and excitement of wiggling a loose tooth with your tongue or finger as a small child. But excitement is the last thing you will feel…
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Can You Prevent Tooth Loss For Life?

The thought of losing a tooth probably isn’t one you consider often – that is, unless your dentist has uttered the words ‘“gum disease” to you during a dental exam.…