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Everyone wants a brighter and whiter smile before the holiday season starts. It makes for better pictures and better impressions on those people you only see once or twice per year. Did you know there are other great reasons to have your teeth whitened before the New Year?  3 Reasons to Whiten Your Teeth Now …

It is said that a smile is a universal language. Smiling supposedly takes far fewer muscles than frowning (but no one seems to be able to prove this). Putting a smile on your face has even been proven to make you more attractive, approachable, and likable. As if this weren’t enough, here are 5 reasons you …

From breath mints to gums, mouthwashes, and more, there is an entire industry devoted to helping people have nice smelling breath. Did you know the best way to keep your breath smelling fresh and clean is by visiting your local dentist? Let’s check out how to cure bad breath permanently. What Causes Bad Breath? Bad …

Every season comes with its own character and set of concerns. When it comes to your oral health, autumn is a season full of risks if you aren’t careful. From sugar-laden holidays to quickly changing temperatures, today’s Autumn Dental Tips takes a look at how you can keep your mouth healthy this fall and what …

No one wants to have a tooth pulled, but sometimes it is necessary. If you are going to have a tooth extracted there are some things you can do to make the experience a little more bearable and make sure that your tooth extraction recovery is quick and successful. Check out our tips for tooth …

Summer is a carefree time when many people enjoy playing sports outdoors, vacationing and visiting family and friends, and attending get-togethers like picnics and barbeques. Don’t forget about your oral health while you are having a good time this summer! Here are a few easy tips to have a healthy summer smile while still having …

Are you ready to try using some or all of the 5 tips for overcoming dental anxiety? Let’s do this…The mouth is a sensitive place and when it starts hurting it can feel like the world is ending. Sadly, that is what it takes for some people to visit the dentist. This is often because …

You know you need to have your teeth cleaned and examined by your local dentist regularly in order to maintain good oral health. However, you might wonder how often regularly actually is.  How Often Should Adults Get Their Teeth Cleaned? Many dental policies, including most of those through programs like Medicare and Medicaid, will pay …

Lots of famous experts from Warren Buffet to Doctor Oz have compared caring for the human body to caring for a car. It’s a great analogy of course, because your body is the vehicle that you use to experience life, and if you don’t take proper care of it, it won’t last very long. Going along …

We all have little aches and pains and things we are suspicious about when it comes to our own bodies and health. When those suspicions are about things pertaining to oral health, you are often left wondering when to visit a dentist. This blog will take a look at the top signs that you do …