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Maintaining a healthy smile involves more than just regular dental check-ups. It also requires a commitment to excellent oral hygiene at home. From toothbrushes to floss, here are some of the must-have items for keeping your smile healthy. Toothbrush The…
Embarking on the journey to a straighter smile is exciting, but proper care is crucial, especially with braces. With all those brackets and wires, it can be easy for bacteria to grow and cause dental problems. Here’s a quick guide…
Approximately one out of every six Americans complains of headaches every year. This prevalent medical ailment can be caused by stress, sinus pressure, lifestyle factors, or other reasons. Another often overlooked factor is the connection between oral health and persistent…
Not many of us would leave the house in the morning or go to bed without brushing our teeth. This step of the dental care routine is considered non-negotiable, while flossing is often overlooked. However, flossing plays a pivotal role…
Our smiles aren’t just for posing in pictures, they provide a vital function to our bodies and affect our overall health. What happens with the health of your smile can have far-reaching effects – which is why it’s so important…
Whether you’re visiting relatives or going on a trip abroad, it’s likely you have some travel plans for this winter. Travel is great for relaxing, spending more time with loved ones, and having adventures—but it isn’t so great for oral…
Pass the pecan pie, it’s almost Thanksgiving! While you’re preparing for your family’s feast, it can be easy to stick to the classic Thanksgiving dishes: cranberry sauce, stuffing and pie. However, most of those dishes—especially the chewy and sticky pecan…
The holiday season is just upon us. Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day—there is a lot of celebrating on the horizon. When you’re making plans, it might be easy to forget to schedule your dentist’s appointment, but here’s why now is…
Stop relying on mint-flavored gum and banish bad breath for good! While there are many possible causes for bad breath—food, illness, dental hygiene—there are also many ways to remedy it. Here’s a few ideas for combatting bad breath. Maintain a…
Halloween is just around the corner, and we all know what that means: Scary movies, pumpkin picking, trick-or-treating, and of course — lots and lots of candy. The spooky October holiday is not known for being the healthiest, but we…