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How to Handle a Knocked Out Tooth
09/9/15 7:28 PM

Teeth get knocked out all of the  time, whether it is a child that fell down, a serious car accident or another type of accident, the immediate actions all need to be the same. The common factor in any type of accident that involves a knocked out tooth is speed.
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How Changing your Snack Habits can Save your Dental Health
09/2/15 7:35 PM

Your diet affects more than your waistline; it also affects your teeth. You already know that sugary foods can cause tooth decay, but there are other foods that you might not even think about that can be bad for your dental health. Any food that has the ability to get
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What the Dentist Checks for During the Exam
07/30/15 4:14 PM

  Semi-annual dental exams are crucial to not only your oral health, but your physical health too. The exam itself involves more than looking at the surface of your teeth; your gums, bite, tongue, cheeks, neck, lymph nodes and jaw joints will also be evaluated. Each of these areas plays
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Do you have any advice for treating a child who is suffering from teething pain (besides Tylenol)?
07/8/15 4:39 PM

  Teething is a part of life for babies.  Primary teeth usually appear when the baby is 6 months to a year old.  The baby can be fussy, irritated, lose apatite, or drool more than usual.  To ease the irritation of teething, you can rub the gums with a clean
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In your opinion, what is the biggest cavity-causing food?
06/10/15 9:18 PM

This is kind of a loaded question.  Foods don’t actually cause cavities, although they can definitely help.  The best way to prevent cavities is to keep your teeth clean.  The biggest factor in causing cavities is how long the affecting agent is on the teeth.  Usually this agent is sugar
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How often should I change my toothbrush?
06/4/15 4:40 PM

There are some general rules out there about how often you should change your toothbrush, but in reality it can vary quite a bit from person to person.  In my opinion, there are two major factors that should cause you to change your toothbrush.  One of these is the brush
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Are Sugary Drinks Really Bad for My Teeth?
04/22/15 7:43 PM

It’s easy to say that sugary drinks are bad for you, but many people can’t explain why these can be harmful to your teeth. The biggest problem with sugary drinks is their propensity to cause cavities. This word scares many people, but understanding a little more about what they are
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How to Prevent Teeth Stains
04/16/15 7:22 PM

Can I prevent stains from coffee/wine/other on my teeth? If so, how?   You can prevent stains from coffee, wine, and some other foods to a certain extent.  The number one thing you can do is make sure you keep your teeth clean.  This is brushing and flossing two times
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What are the Best Options for Straightening My Teeth as an Adult?
04/8/15 6:33 PM

Adult patients have a few different options for straightening their teeth.  Which one is better will vary on a case by case basis depending on how much tooth movement is necessary.  The best option for all patients to have the quickest movement and most control will be traditional metal braces. 
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What Should I do if Someone in my Family has a Dental Emergency – Such as a Lost Tooth?
04/2/15 5:24 PM

Dr. Holman answers about what to do in a dental emergency: The first thing you should do with an avulsed (lost) permanent tooth is very lightly remove any visible debris from the tooth.  Don’t run the tooth under water or wipe it too vigorously.  The next step is try to place
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