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Dental Bites
Short Essays on Top Topics
Dental exams can ID other problems
Does your annual dental checkup include more than X-rays to detect cavities? According to the American Dental Association, the best exam should involve much more.
Tell it Like it Is
Patients Deserve to Know the Truth - “Hi, Doc, it’s a new year for my dental plan, and I’ve got another $1,000 to spend. What do you recommend?”
Bad Habits That Can Harm Your Teeth
People often engage in certain habits involving the mouth that are detrimental to oral health. The impact of these behaviors ranges from minor to major. Oftentimes we are not even aware that we are doing things that affect our mouths in such negative ways. By breaking these habits now, you can prevent more serious damage later.
Brushing Right Can Save Your Life
Although most people are aware of the reasons behind proper, daily tooth brushing, few people realize that clean teeth and healthy gums can prevent a wide variety of other general, even life-threatening, health problems!
Flossing: Fight the Plaque Attack
You may not realize it, but even a 'clean' mouth is full of bacteria. These naturally occurring microorganisms feast on even the most minute leftover food particles, then deposit sticky 'plaque' residue on the teeth.
Gum Disease: Serious But Stoppable
Although gum disease is terribly pervasive, it's also preventable. Conservative estimates report that up to 80% of people unknowingly have some level of chronic gum disease.
Teeth Whitening: Lighter & Brighter
If you'd like to smile more confidently, knowing your teeth are their whitest and brightest, you might want to consider dentist-supervised teeth whitening.
