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So, what’s in a smile? Turns out, a lot! In fact, smiling not only looks good to others but it makes you feel good and can actually boost your self-esteem. Studies show that a smile works wonders… It makes you more approachable to those around you. When you smile, you’ll find that others will want […]
Continue ReadingYour teeth are very sensitive to temperature, and your teeth can actually contract with exposure to cold temperature, and then expand as they warm back to body temperature. Your teeth are able to adapt to some extent, but tiny cracks and fissures can form over time due to the stress of this movement. The cracks […]
Continue ReadingSometimes our teeth let us know when we have a cavity; other times, we may not realize it until we have a checkup. But the earlier you are able to detect a cavity, the easier it will be to deal with it. What is a cavity? A cavity is a hole in your tooth that […]
Continue ReadingTis the season for delicious foods. And with it the challenges of managing how much and how often you indulge. Here are a few helpful hints to keep you on track toward maintaining that perfect seasonal smile through the New Year and beyond! Brush after every meal. When you brush immediately after having breakfast, lunch […]
Continue ReadingVeneers are a widely used cosmetic dental procedure in which your dentist places a covering over the outside, or visible area, of the tooth. Veneers are usually only applied to teeth that will be visible when a patient is talking or smiling. The use of porcelain veneers may be a great option if your teeth […]
Continue ReadingWe’ve all seen plenty of commercials about electric toothbrushes. But are they really better than manual, old-fashioned brushes? Benefits of Electric Toothbrushes A more thorough cleaning – Bristles on a regular toothbrush can’t quite reach into all of the crevices between our teeth. But the rotation of the bristles on an electric toothbrush can reach […]
Continue ReadingAccording to History.com, Halloween originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints; soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before […]
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to our oral health, spit really is “it”. In fact, it turns out the moistness in our mouths plays an integral role in our overall health. These are some interesting facts about saliva you may not know. First of all, what is saliva? Considering the human body is 60 percent water, it […]
Continue ReadingWe all know it’s important to floss, but here are a few tips and reminders that can help keep it top of mind: 1. Floss before you brush: This helps loosen up particles that can then be removed by brushing your teeth afterwards. 2. Floss before bedtime: you don’t want to go to bed with […]
Continue ReadingWhat is the real story behind the Tooth Fairy? Well, it depends on where you look. The Tooth is believed to be a tiny fairy in a tutu with a pair of wings and supposedly originated in the United States in the early part of the 1900s. And it seems that the custom has remained […]
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