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Keep Those Teeth Shipshape, Matey!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.
September 19th is just around the corner, and you know what that means—Aye, matey, it’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day”! Why do we have a “Talk Like a Pirate Day”
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Whitening an Artificial Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.
It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as
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The History and Mythology of the Tooth Fairy
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.
While the last baby teeth generally aren’t lost until age ten or 11, most children stop believing in the tooth fairy by the time they're seven or eight. Of course,
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I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water,
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty
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Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake
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Three Reasons We're Fans of Fluoride
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.
Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral
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Is There an Act Three for Our Teeth?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.
Act One: Those 20 adorable baby teeth which begin arriving when you’re about six months old and are probably gone by the time you’re twelve.
Act Two: The 32 (if you
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What to Know if You Think You Have a Cracked Tooth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.
You use your mouthguard for sports, wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth, and never bite down on solid objects. But even with all the care in the world,
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Summer Sports and Mouthguards
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.
School’s out and you’ve emptied your gym locker until next fall. But while you’re stowing away the football gear, the basketball warm-ups, the field hockey sticks, and all the other
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Why Are We Recommending a Periodontal Consultation?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.
The best way to protect yourself from gum disease is to be proactive: practice good oral hygiene at home and schedule regular checkups and cleanings in our FAIRMONT, West Virginia
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Dental X-rays: The Inside Story
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.
We’re all friends here, so if you sometimes feel a bit nervous before your dental appointment, no judging! Ask us about any worries you might have. We are happy to
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Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.
It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun.
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June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 04, 2024.
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities,
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Should I use mouthwash?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 28, 2024.
Mouthwashes are commonly used as a part of a daily oral care regimen. Not only do they freshen breath, but some are capable of improving dental health too. Using a
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Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 21, 2024.
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine
Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American
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