Taking Advantage Of A Healthy Diet To Maintain Optimum Oral Health
There’s a long tradition among parents and dentists of focusing on the things you should avoid eating when discussing food-related to dental health. While the advice they give remains important, there is a lack of information being shared about what foods you can eat to improve your oral health! Sure, brushing twice a day, flossing, […]
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The Many Benefits of Fluoride
Fluoride is present in many aspects of our lives; it’s used in toothpaste, added to our community waters, used in our pesticides, and is added to many foods and beverages. Research conducted by the CDC has proven that fluoride is a safe and effective mineral to consume, and it has been added to our products […]
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Reasons You May Have A Toothache
If you’ve ever had an experience with a toothache, you know how uncomfortable they can be at the best of times. Some toothaches are passing and only last a little while, such as when you have a popcorn kernel stuck in your gums. Others, such as those caused by trauma or advanced decay, can be […]
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Gum Disease 101
Gum disease is often one of the most ignored diseases, and sadly, the most occurring diseases that affect the lives of people daily. Gum disease occurs in 85 percent of adults and is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. From its earliest stages to more advanced stages, gum disease is an infection of […]
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What Is Oral Cancer?
Oral Cancer, more technically known as oropharyngeal cancer, is one of the conditions that Dr. Simpson will check for during your visit to our clinic. This disease has become increasingly common across all ages in recent years, making regular visits to your dentist even more important. To learn more about this dangerous condition, its causes, […]
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What is a Partial?
Restorative dentistry has several treatments at its disposal to provide people with comprehensive, effective, and sustainable ways of restoring their teeth. Among the most popular varieties, dentures, implants, crowns, and bridges work to give people back functioning, aesthetically pleasing teeth that help restore the mouth to health. However, these methods can vary in their execution, […]
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Things Your Dentist Looks For During Your Visit
When you take a visit to your family dentist, you may think you’re just there for a dental cleaning and to be reminded of how you can improve your oral hygiene throughout the year. While these things are both true, they don’t encompass the full scope of what your dentist is doing as you sit […]
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Benefits of Wearing a Mouth Guard
If you love sports, then you’ve doubtless seen mouthguards in use by your favorite athletes. Mouthguards are an essential part of any athletic activity, serving to protect your teeth, jaws, and gums from injury while you give it your all. Whether you’re a professional athlete, like throwing the occasional ball with friends or like to […]
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Do I Need A Root Canal?
It often comes as an unsettling surprise to discover that you’re going to require a root canal. Popular media has made the root canal seem like a torturous affair, but modern root canals are a nearly painless procedure. Unlike cavities, it can be difficult to discern if there’s a root canal in your future before […]
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The Worst Oral Habits
Good oral habits, like brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and having your teeth professionally cleaned every six months, are highly beneficial to your oral health. In fact, your dentist encourages you to continue to practice these habits. However, did you know that there are also oral habits that are not so great for your […]
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Foods That Benefit Your Oral health
When we dentists talk to our patients about food choices that will benefit their dental health, we often speak in negative terms. Don’t eat too much sugar, don’t drink too much soda, avoid drinks and foods that will stain your teeth, etc. After all that negativity, we figured it was time to bring a little […]
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What is Dental Erosion?
Most people know that bacteria in the mouth can cause tooth decay if they are not removed with regular brushing and flossing. This is because bacteria produced acidic waste products that damage the outer layer of the tooth over time. Eventually this damage leads to the formation of a dental cavity and can eventually lead […]
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Foods That Are Beneficial For Your Oral Health
When we hear experts talk about food in relation to oral health, the focus always seems to be on ‘what we shouldn’t eat’ and ‘what causes cavities.’ There is very little comment made on what foods to indulge in and what you can eat to reinforce your oral health. Even if you’re unaware of it, […]
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How Long Do Dental Sealants Last?
Your family dentist is dedicated to helping you and your family maintain your oral health by preventing common dental issues such as tooth decay and gum disease. As such, they offer many preventative procedures designed to strengthen your enamel or repel the bacteria that cause responsible for tooth decay and gum disease. One common preventative […]
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The Benefits of Seeing a Family Dentist
Family dentists understand what family means, and at their office, they can make you and your family feel right at home. Family dentists have years of experience in treating and caring for children and adults of all ages. When compared to other forms of dentistry, such as general dentists, family dentists provide a unique insight […]
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How Long Does Teeth Bleaching Last?
Having a beautiful smile is easier than you would think thanks to modern teeth bleaching treatments. Professional teeth bleaching, also known as teeth whitening, is a popular, non-invasive cosmetic dental treatment that removes discolorations to brighten your natural tooth color. Although the results are not permanent, the effects of teeth bleaching can provide you with […]
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The Tools Your Dentist May Use
A trip to the dentist can be a harrowing experience, even if you don’t suffer from dentophobia. Knowing more about what you’re going to see and experience while you’re there can help even a seasoned patron of dentistry. If you’re heading back to the dentist for the first time in a while, or want to […]
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3 Signs You May Need a Root Canal
Did you know that the American Association of Endodontists estimates that as many as 15 million root canals are performed every year with 41,000 root canals being performed daily? You may be thinking that is a lot of root canals. You may also be thinking why so many? Root canals are restorative dental procedures used […]
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Cosmetic Dentistry Can Help Your Career
Have you ever noticed how often the first thing people say they notice about someone is their smile? When you have a bright, confident smile it can have an incredible impact on your success with your social life and your career. Studies have shown that those who have a healthy smile tend to perform better […]
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3 Reasons for a Tooth Extraction
Tooth extractions are probably one of the most feared dental procedures. However, they are not as bad as they seem. First and foremost, most patients do not feel or remember anything from their procedures and most heal rather quickly. Secondly once the extraction site has healed, patients will likely feel better than they did before […]
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Your Amazing Tongue: Facts You Didn’t Know
The tongue is the only muscle in the body that works without the support from a skeleton, but it isn’t the strongest muscle in the body. However, it is one of the most sensitive parts of the body, as it contains all the taste buds we need and most definitely want. It’s capable of manipulating […]
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Am I A Candidate For Veneers?
If you’re looking to improve your smile by eliminating minor imperfections or staining then you may have looked into porcelain veneers. Hollywood is just one of the reasons why the standards for a beautiful smile tend to include white straight teeth, but it isn’t a reality for many of us. Thankfully this cosmetic dentistry technique […]
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5 Types of Stains Teeth Whitening Removes
One of the best ways to make a good impression on someone is to smile. In fact, your smile is often one of the first things people will notice about you. However, if you have stained or discolored teeth, you may not feel comfortable smiling. Luckily, there is an easy, affordable, and effective way to […]
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Cavities 101
If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then brushing twice a day should keep the dentist away, right? While brushing twice a day is definitely important for maintaining your oral health, keeping your dentist close is another important step to maintaining your oral health. Perhaps one of the greatest for this is because […]
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What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency?
Dental Emergencies can happen at any time and can come in many forms. However, dental emergencies do share one thing in common; the damage they initially inflict isn’t lasting, but left overtime can result in a serious amount of damage. These forms of trauma are dental emergencies that while they seem harmless at first, can […]
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What Is A Composite Filling?
When you begin exploring the options available for restorative dentistry, the field of dental care that helps restore your teeth through repair or replacement, you’ll begin to notice there are quite a few options available. Among these options, you’ll find composite resin fillings, a form of restoration that is created from a combination of glass […]
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5 Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments
Have you been looking at your smile in the mirror and wishing that it was something better and brighter than it appears? Do you recall when you were younger and had a beautiful white smile that you were proud to share? When your adult teeth came in were they misaligned, making you self-conscious about showing […]
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The History Of Dental Implants
If you ask people how long proper dental care and replacements for teeth have existed, you’re likely to get answers ranging from a few decades to a few hundred years. The truth is that dental care has existed for thousands of years, as long as humankind has recorded its history, and possibly longer. While recent […]
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What Questions Should I Ask My Hygienist?
Learning how to properly take care of our teeth is a pretty standard part of growing up. The routine itself may vary depending on where you get it from, but it all comes down to a pretty simple set of basics. Floss your teeth, brush twice a day, make sure to use mouthwash to keep […]
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Make Flossing Easier with These Simple Tricks
Flossing is an important part of proper oral hygiene, but it is also one of the most onerous in the minds of those for whom its a necessity. Getting between all those little nooks and crannies requires some digital gymnastics that can make the whole thing a pain that hardly seems to be worth the […]
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