Have you ever had this happen? You’re leaning back in the dental chair and the dentist says, “I see a cavity here,” or “Hmm, this tooth has a little crack in it,” or “Your crown needs to be repaired.” You ask to see, and the dentist holds up a mirror and points to the problem […]
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Getting braces is a huge milestone. Whether you have teeth that are overlapped or teeth that are spaced too far apart, teeth that erupted in the wrong place or teeth that just do not seem to fit together correctly, you know that when your braces come off, your smile will be straight. However, straightening your
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For most kids, Halloween is a mad dash from house to house to collect as much candy as possible! When they get home, they dump out their candy bags and check out their haul. Some kids are very analytical, counting each piece and dividing them into piles of chocolate, lollipops, and other varieties. Other kids
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A television show inspired Tampa dental hygienist Johnathan Lawson to travel 10 hours to help a group of strangers in June. He was part of a team of volunteer dentists, hygienists, doctors and nurses who set up a makeshift clinic at Cleveland High School in Cleveland, TN, during the first weekend in June to help
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When you think of big milestones in your child’s life, you may think of the day your baby got his first tooth, or years later when he lost a tooth and would carefully place it under the pillow for the Tooth Fairy. But there is another milestone many parents don’t realize. The American Association of
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Has this ever happened to you? You lean in for a kiss with your significant other, and suddenly all you want to do is back away! Your loved one’s breath could make skunks cry, it’s so bad. What makes breath smell? Here are some of the most common reasons. Poor oral hygiene. When you eat, particles
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Your teeth are constantly under attack. Bacteria attach to the enamel and erode the hard surface through demineralization, which causes calcium and phosphorus to leave the enamel and will lead to cavities if not stopped. Fluoride is often referred to as nature’s cavity fighter. It’s a mineral that occurs naturally in food and water and
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It’s a simple fact: if you like your dentist and the office staff, you are more likely to return for your check-ups, follow their advice and keep your beautiful smile. It’s very important that you find a dentist that you trust. This person will be your ally in creating a healthy mouth that will allow
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Sometimes, it can be frustrating to be a parent. It’s the end of the day, your kids are tired and it’s time to get ready for bed. But when you tell them it’s time to brush their teeth, they clamp their jaws shut and shake their heads with that look that clearly says, “No way!”
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If you’re like most people, you’ll probably need a crown at some point. A crown is a type of dental restoration that covers an existing tooth, improving the appearance of your smile while protecting your teeth. A crown can restore a tooth, cover badly-shaped or discolored teeth, attach bridges, attach to dental implants, support fractured teeth and improve the
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What a relief! After weeks, months, maybe even years of missing teeth, you now have a new set of dentures and you can eat, smile and kiss again with ease! Now you just need to take care of your new teeth so they will last for years. Dr. Everet Lake, a Coast Dental dentist in
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Chances are you’ve bought your toothbrushes from your grocery store or local pharmacy for as long as you can remember. You have a brand that you love, a manual toothbrush that fits well in your mouth, has the kind of bristles that you like, and costs less than $5. When your dentist suggests you buy
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