Dentists injecting Botox? Why not?! Many people are surprised when they hear of dentists offering Botox and dermal fillers at their offices. People usually respond with, “I thought you could only get BOTOX and dermal filler procedures from a plastic surgeon or dermatologist office.” While plastic surgeons and dermatologists were some of the first healthcare
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Nail biting and your oral health Are you a nail biter? Then you might be suffering from a pathologic grooming condition called onychophagia. People who engage in self-grooming fingernails by using their teeth are called an “onychophagist,” or more commonly, a nail biter. Studies have shown that 26 to 33 percent of children between the
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The dangers of bacteria passing from parent to child A kiss, sharing utensils and food with your baby….these are all common practices for parents. As harmless as these activities may seem, many parents are unaware the harm they could cause to their children’s dental health by passing harmful bacteria to them. An adult’s mouth typically
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