Do your gums bleed easily while brushing? This may be a sign of gingivitis! Gingivitis is one of the earliest stages of gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, which is an infection of the tissues surrounding your teeth. Symptoms other...
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Do you remember the saying, “Sip all day, get decay?” It’s not only a catchy saying; it’s the truth! Heavy soda consumption can contribute to tooth decay along with other health complications like diabetes, obesity, and osteoporosis. Sugar in...
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From the moment teeth start growing, they are exposed to many things that can damage them over time! The chewing surfaces of the molar and premolar teeth have grooves in them; these small spaces make teeth more susceptible to decay as plaque can...
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We all want to have a strong set of teeth that will last us a lifetime, but sometimes… that’s easier said than done! Cavities and tooth decay rank as the second most common health disorder in the U.S. To avoid tooth decay, you need to know...
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By Dr. Nicole Fulp Understandably, a visit to the dentist’s office might not be the most beloved task on your to-do list. Who wants a stranger prodding and poking and forcing you to say “ah” in a place as ultrasensitive as your mouth? However...
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World Oral Health Day is March 20th, and we’re raising awareness of oral cancer! Each year, more than 30,000 new cases of cancer of the oral cavity and pharynx are diagnosed and over 8,000 deaths due to oral cancer occur. The five-year...
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Keeping teeth healthy is extremely important, and actually not that hard! Adults over 35 lose more teeth to gum disease (periodontal disease) than from cavities. Three out of four adults are affected at some time in their life. Periodontal...
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