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The importance of oral health and your body

New research suggests that the health of your mouth mirrors the condition of your body as a whole. For example, when your mouth is healthy,chances are your overall health is good, too. Research also shows that good oral health may actually prevent certain diseases from occurring. In some cases, oral problems can be a symptom … Read more

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How smoking affects your oral health

Not only is smoking bad for your health, it is also very bad for your oral health as well. Smoking can lead to the following dental problems: Gum disease Bone loss Tooth loss Tooth discoloration Bad breath Oral cancer Studies have found that tobacco use may be one of the biggest risk factors in the … Read more

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How snacking affects your dental health

Eating habits and good choices can lead to tooth decay. Sugary foods and drinks, including sports drinks can damage teeth. Snacking throughout the day can also lead to tooth decay. If you don’t brush, plaque will accumulate on the teeth. Plaque thrives on the starches and sugars that are found in a great deal of … Read more

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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

End Oral Cancer! Be mindful of symptoms Your mouth is one of your body’s most important early warning systems. In between dental visits, it is important for patients to be aware of the following signs and symptoms, and to see a dental professional if they do not improve or disappear after two-three weeks: a sore, … Read more

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Facts about dental X-Rays

X-rays, also known as radiographs, are an essential part of any dental care treatment plan. They are diagnostic, but they can also be preventative, by helping a dentist diagnose potential oral care issues in a patient’s mouth before they become a major problem. Intraoral X-rays are the most common type of radiograph taken in dentistry. … Read more

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Sports Drinks and Your Teeth

Recent studies have shown that the consumption of sports drinks can have damaging effects on your teeth. There is a high dosage of acidity and sugars in these drinks that is linked to weakening the enamel. This can eventually lead to tooth erosion, hypersensitivity and severe staining. Once the enamel becomes damaged the effects are … Read more

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How Mouth Guards Protect Your Teeth

Mouth guard protects your teeth from injury from during sporting, teeth grinding. Benefits of using mouth guards: Helps reduce headache Eliminates discomfort during sleep Eases aching neck and shoulders Reduces tension on jaw muscle Protects teeth from clenching and grinding Three types of mouth guards: Custom fitted – individually fit by your dentist may take an impression. … Read more

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Things to consider when choosing a tooth paste

When it come to selecting the right tooth paste confusion and more confusion so many brand we see at the store and difficult to make the right decision. Your Dentist will answer your question and give option according to your needs how you feel about your teeth may be a factor to help you make … Read more

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Can Cracked Teeth Be Saved?

Our smile are to last and teeth are the stronger and hardest part of our human body even than our bone. As we get older and the used of our teeth for chewing, we can also exposed them to stress for chewing in hard candies or many objects like pencil or simple opening a bottle, … Read more

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