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Three Great Times of Year to Get a Teeth Whitening

Having a great-looking smile can change how you feel and act, and one of the easiest ways to make a big difference in your smile is with professional teeth whitening at the dentist.


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The Fast Magic of Dental Bonding

If you need a chipped tooth repaired or want a fast and relatively affordable way to change the look of your smile, dental bonding is the solution.


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Your Guide to Understanding How Dental Insurance Works

Most people get their dental insurance through their employer, who will choose it depending on what they expect the dental needs of their employees are. However, if you are self-employed, not…


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The Link Between Gum Disease & Heart Disease

Recent studies have revealed that there is a strong correlation between gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, which is referred to by dentists as periodontitis, is when the space…


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Why a Dental Cleaning Is Not Just a Teeth Cleaning

Dental cleaning appointments have more than one benefit to patients. Like a spa day for your teeth, cleaning appointments include two phases—scaling & polishing—that together give you the smooth,…


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The History of Toothbrushes

Although the modern toothbrush has only been around for about 90 years, it is just the latest in a long line of tools used to fight tooth decay. People have been using a wide variety of materials to…


A woman using a tongue scraper to brush her tongue in the mirror.

Why You Should Brush Your Tongue

Your tongue does a lot of heavy lifting. It helps you taste your morning coffee, form words & swallow food, but its textured surface is also home to bacteria, food particles & cells that can…


Two toothbrushes in a cup with a case of floss and another toothbrush next to the cup.

Why You Should Never Share Toothbrushes

We teach kids to share toys, siblings borrow hoodies & couples often split desserts without a second thought. But there’s one household item that should always remain strictly personal: your…