There has recently been some controversy over the importance of flossing – is flossing really necessary to maintain healthy teeth? Despite conflicting reports, dentists defend keeping flossing a priority. Don’t toss your floss into the trash just...
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Are Dental Implants the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth?
Do you hide your smile because of missing teeth? If so, imagine what it would feel like to correct the problem, knowing you could smile again with confidence! Attaining a healthy, beautiful smile again doesn’t just have to be a dream – it could be a reality with...
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The 7 Best Electric Toothbrushes – A Comprehensive Guide
The 7 Best Electric Toothbrushes – A Comprehensive Guide Though brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes is the best way to prevent cavities and gum disease, many people find this process to be difficult. Fortunately, modern advancements have created...
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4 Reasons Water is Good for you Oral Health
I just saw this great article on the ADA MouthHealthy page and thought it was great and wanted to add it my blogs. Enjoy It doesn’t matter if your glass is half-empty or half-full: Drinking water is always good for your health. Our bodies are made of 60% water,...
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Alleviate Your Dental Anxiety
Does the idea of visiting the dentist make your heart pound a little faster? You’re not alone. Research reveals that 5‐8% of Americans avoid dentists due to fear, and as many as 20% experience such severe dental anxiety that they’ll only go to the dentist if it’s an...
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5 Fun Facts About Toothbrushes Spoiler Alert: #4 Will Shock You!
You’ve heard from Drs. Martin and Ferraiolo about the importance of brushing your teeth every day using a soft bristled toothbrush (manual or electric). But…do you really know EVERYTHING about your toothbrush?...
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Dental Hygiene Month – 4 Daily Tips For a Healthy Smile
WARNING: This fact may startle you: 80 percent of the U.S. population has some form of periodontal (gum) disease. – From Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Despite this statistic, gum and other oral diseases are 100% preventable. The...
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Let’s Bond: Answers To Your Questions About Dental Bonding
What do you believe makes a person look approachable and friendly? Many people would answer, “A smile!” If you are less than thrilled with the condition of your own smile ‐ but aren’t ready to consider drastic cosmetic procedures ‐ you may be interested in dental...
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How To Fit Healthy Habits Into Your Busy Schedule
We all want to make healthy choices when it comes to diet, fitness, and wellness. However, our busy schedules can make it hard to keep healthy habits at the forefront. Believe it or not, you can incorporate small improvements in your daily routine that can add up to...
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Don’t Forget Mouth Guards On Your Back‐To‐School Checklist!
It’s that time of year again ‐ time for the kids to head back to school! No doubt you’re busy helping them prepare for the new school year by working your way down your “back‐to‐school” checklist ‐ binders, check. Pencils, check. Cool new outfits, check. But is your...