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Sleep Apnea and the Dentist
01/6/16 9:22 PM

  Sleep apnea occurs when we stop breathing while sleeping. This could occur a few times up to hundreds of times per night. Whether we stop breathing for a second or a few minutes, it could be detrimental to our health and wellbeing, even putting our lives at risk. Sleep
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Seniors and Chronic Dry Mouth Problems
12/30/15 5:25 AM

  Tooth decay is often mistakenly thought of as an ailment that only happens to children. In reality, everyone can experience it, even seniors. In fact, many seniors are at higher risk for tooth decay for one simple reason; a lack of saliva production. Saliva does not naturally begin to
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Dental Phobia can Get in the Way of Good Health
12/16/15 10:02 PM

A fear of the dentist is normal. It can even cause us to become paralyzed with fear, making it impossible to go to a dental appointment or have a necessary dental procedure performed. Almost 15 percent of Americans suffer from this fear, causing us to avoid necessary dental procedures or
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Concerned About Germs: Don’t Forget about the Mouth
12/9/15 10:32 PM

Many people are concerned about germs. When we constantly wash our hands, avoid places that are specifically known for an abundance of germs and continuously disinfecting our home, we could be missing one very large component of the germs in our lives – our mouth. There are more than 400
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Can Our Diet Cause Enamel Erosion?
12/2/15 7:54 PM

There is more than meets the eye when it comes to oral health. Even the best oral health care habits can result in enamel erosion. It takes more than good oral health care to have a bright, white smile. Our diet plays a vital role in our oral health, and
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Preventative Dental Health Care: What’s the Big Deal?
11/25/15 5:00 AM

When we are one of the many people that only seek dental attention in the face of an emergency or chronic tooth pain, we are doing our mouths a disservice. Whether this is due to a true dental phobia, or you have a disregard for the importance of dental health
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Chronic Bad Breath: What’s the Deal?
11/18/15 8:39 PM

  When we suffer from bad breath, it can be embarrassing, but we are not alone. We are among 90 million other Americans that also suffer from this ailment. The good news is that there are simple ways to stop it in its tracks. The first step is to have
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Should you Get Dental Veneers?
11/4/15 3:51 PM

Cosmetic dentistry has greatly increased in popularity in recent years as people try to achieve a better smile. Your smile is a very important part of who you are as it can damage your self-esteem should you be embarrassed by the appearance of your teeth. One of the most minimally
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How Should you Deal with TMJ?
10/21/15 6:55 PM

If you suffer from TMJ, you could be suffering quite a bit. Some people find it difficult to chew certain foods, others wake up with an aching jaw from grinding their teeth all night and some hear a clicking noise when they open and close their jaw.  Regardless of the
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Using a Straw Has Many Dental Benefits
10/7/15 8:00 AM

Do you use a straw for your drinks at home? Chances are that the answer is no. Just as you receive a straw with your drink in restaurants, you should get in the habit of doing the same thing at home. Believe it or not, drinking through a straw has
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