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What is a Dental Abscess?

Everyone has bacteria in their mouth. When the teeth and gums aren’t properly cleaned through regular brushing and flossing, the bacteria form a sticky film on the teeth called plaque that produces acids, which can damage teeth and gums and result in tooth decay or gum disease. When left untreated, a bacterial infection can occur

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Do You Recognize These 3 Common Bad Dental Habits?

Our mouth and teeth play important roles in our bodies and serve vital functions. Not only do they help us tear and chew our food, but they aid digestion, help support our facial shape, and play a large part in our speech and in our overall health. However, there are some functions that teeth shouldn’t

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Dental Tips for Pregnant Patients

When you’re expecting, dental health is an important consideration, not only for you, but for your new addition also. Ideally, you may want to make a dental appointment when you are planning your pregnancy in order to have your teeth professionally cleaned, your oral health examined, and any problems treated in advance. Your dentist will

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Reducing the Risks to Your Child’s Teeth While Playing Sports

It’s almost summer and there are so many great benefits for children who play summer sports. Among these are the physical activity, social interaction, self-esteem building, along with encouragement of healthy eating habits and a check with the doctor and dentist before beginning. While exercise is good for every child’s health, it’s important to make

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How Your Diet Can Affect Your Dental Health

What you eat and drink can make a difference in the condition of your teeth and gums, and a nutritious, well-balanced diet is vital for great dental health. When your diet lacks the proper nutrients, it may cause the tissues in your mouth to be less capable of fighting off infection and disease. Therefore, those

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The Basics of Canker Sores

Canker sores are painful small, round or oval sores that appear in the mouth. They are one of the most common oral conditions with more than half of all people experiencing them. Canker sores may appear on any soft tissue such as gums, tongue, cheeks, or inside the lips. Often this condition is recurrent and

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Why You Might Have a Metallic Taste in Your Mouth

If you’re experiencing an unpleasant metallic taste in your mouth, you’re probably wondering what might be causing it. In fact, there can be many causes and it may be a symptom of a more serious health concern. Distortion of taste can also cause other serious issue, as taste is required for identifying spoiled foods and

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