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Is It Dangerous to Use Teeth Whitening Products Too Frequently?

May 22, 2025

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Everyone appreciates a radiant smile, so it is easy to understand why so many people make efforts to keep their teeth bright and white. But you can have too much of a good thing, especially when it comes to teeth whitening. Overuse of bleaching products might endanger your oral health. This blog post will delve into the risks of whitening your teeth too often and provide you with tips on how to whiten your teeth safely.

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How Juice Can Harm Your Child’s Smile

April 17, 2025

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A child refusing juice

Introducing your child to new foods and beverages is a fun part of their growth and development. After all, there’s nothing quite like exploring a variety of sweets and savories to help teach them about their own culture and others around the world. But not all meals are created equally. While some items may taste good, that doesn’t mean they’re good for you. Take for example sweet drinks like fruit juices. Though they may be delicious, they could be very dangerous to your child’s oral health. Here’s why when it comes to staying hydrated, it’s best to stick to water.

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A Guide to How to Handle Losing Your Dental Crown

March 1, 2025

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Dental crown with bite impression in the background.

Losing a dental crown can be an unsettling experience, especially if it happens unexpectedly while you’re eating, brushing, or even talking. While it’s not usually a dental emergency, a lost crown should be addressed promptly to avoid discomfort or further damage to your tooth. With the right steps, you can manage the situation calmly and protect your smile. Here’s what to do if your dental crown falls off.

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Early Intervention: When to Start Brushing Your Child’s Teeth

February 8, 2025

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Little boy in animal onesie brushing his teeth

As a parent or guardian, one of your greatest responsibilities is taking care of your child’s health until they’re old enough to take on that task themselves, and their smile is no exception. Many adults assume that they don’t need to worry about their kids’ grins until they have a full mouth of teeth, but nothing could be further from the truth.

Continue reading to learn more about when and how you can begin brushing your little one’s teeth to prevent potential problems!

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A Restoration Fit for Royalty: How Dentists Prepare Teeth for Crowns

January 13, 2025

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Dental crowns

Kings and queens are typically coronated by high-ranking members of clergy, and Napoleon was audacious enough to coronate himself. Teeth, on the other hand, generally receive their crowns from qualified dentists to restore their strength and appearance after extensive infection or injury. Here’s a quick overview of how dental crowns work and how dentists prepare teeth for them.

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Are Dental Implants Worth the Cost?

December 19, 2024

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A woman pointing to her dental implant

Whether you’re on a fixed budget or you simply want to compare costs when it comes to tooth restorations, you may have already heard that dental implants are a more significant investment than other types of prosthetics. But while they do carry a higher upfront cost, dental implants are also considered a much better value than options like dentures and bridges.

So, are dental implants really worth the investment? Here’s why when it comes to your smile, they really are a big deal!

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How Long Does It Take to Get a Dental Implant?

November 13, 2024

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Smile with dental implant

Dental implants are amazing modern prosthetic devices that can replace lost teeth with restorations that look, work, and feel just like the real thing. While they can deliver a range of remarkable benefits that traditional dental restorations cannot match, placing a dental implant requires a special process that includes several steps. Here’s a brief guide to these steps and how long they can take.

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Nobody Likes a Wise Guy: A Guide to Why Your Wisdom Teeth Hurt So Much

October 11, 2024

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Lady has oral pain

While some people will have no problems when their wisdom teeth emerge, these third molars can cause a host of oral health issues in many others. The wisdom teeth typically emerge in a person’s late teens or early twenties, and they can cause a range of oral health issues such as dental misalignments, TMJ problems, oral infections, and chronic tooth pain. Here’s a brief guide to why your new molars may hurt so much as well as how your dentist can help.

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How to Know You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed and Why

September 23, 2024

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patient at dentist for wisdom teeth removal

Known as your third molars, wisdom teeth usually emerge between the ages of 17 and 25, completing your set of adult teeth. Although these teeth are a normal part of dental development, many people choose to have them removed. This choice is often driven by issues like overcrowding or other dental complications. Read on to discover three common reasons for wisdom teeth extraction and learn how to determine if you might need this procedure.

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How to Ace Your Dental Exam: Back-To-School Edition

August 26, 2024

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Smiling teen girl holding soccer ball

Are you hoping that your dentist won’t find any problems, like a cavity, during your upcoming appointment? If so, you’ll be happy to hear that there are several habits you can adopt now that will help keep your teeth and gums healthy. So, keep reading to learn five back-to-school-specific tips for acing your next dental exam.

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