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Bad Taste After Brushing? Common Explanations

January 8, 2019 Shelby Tatomir

If you have bad breath after brushing your teeth, you aren’t imagining things. The minty freshness of toothpaste plus the scrubbing power of your toothbrush may not be enough to fix some underlying issues. We have between 2,000 and 8,000 taste buds in our mouths, mostly on … [Read more...]

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Calming Apps for Anxiety at the Dentist

December 25, 2018 Shelby Tatomir

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As many as 20% of people refuse to go to the dentist due to anxiety, whether it stems from embarrassment about the physical state of their mouth or fear of pain or the cost of procedures. Yet skipping regular routine care because you’re scared could leave you worse off, no … [Read more...]

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Hello Yellow! | How to Get Healthy White Teeth Naturally

December 18, 2018 Shakara Robinson

Sometimes our pearly whites can become pearly off-whites or even yellow. Tooth discoloration can happen to anyone, but there are certain habits that can increase our chances. There are lots of products on the market that guarantee whiter teeth, but many are expensive and some … [Read more...]

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How to Recognize Fear of Dentistry in a Loved One

November 20, 2018 Shelby Tatomir

If you have a loved one who avoids the dentist, it may be time to see if they have signs of dental anxiety. Fear of the dentist can have a serious negative impact on their oral and overall health. Recognizing it is the first step in helping them overcome it.

If a loved one is skipping routine checkups from the dentist or living with a painful oral health problem, it may be a sign that they have dental anxiety. It’s important to support them and encourage them to go to the dentist, however, recognizing and identifying their fear is … [Read more...]

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Top 3 Reasons Your Teeth Love Turkey Day

November 13, 2018 Shakara Robinson

foods that are good for your teeth

Your teeth enjoy Thanksgiving dinner just as much as you do. The vegetables and protein we enjoy with family and friends benefit our oral and overall health in unique ways you may not realize. Here are a few reasons why some Thanksgiving foods are good for your teeth: … [Read more...]

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