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Toothpaste Questions Answered: FAQs on its History, Ingredients, and Proper Use
Toothpaste, formally known as dentifrice, is a common bathroom find and used on a daily basis. Its use is a habit built on learning from our parents that it’s necessary for clean teeth. The store shelves are loaded with different … Continue reading
How to Properly Floss Your Teeth and Why You Should Do It Daily
It’s safe to say that floss is the most neglected preventative care in the United States. The average person should be using between 122-182 yards of floss annually (figuring at 12-18 inches per day), yet they only buy an average … Continue reading
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The Diabetes Teeth Connection
It’s been estimated by the American Diabetes Association that nearly 30 million U.S. children and adults have diabetes, with over 8 million more that have gone undiagnosed. Diabetes negatively impacts your body’s ability to convert sugar from your food into … Continue reading
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Top 6 Holiday Foods for Your Teeth
The holiday season is upon us! The next two months are ripe with parties, family gatherings, and other opportunities to indulge in winter and special occasion favorite foods. No one wants to give those up, and surprisingly, many of the … Continue reading
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How Plaque Affects Your Taste Buds
Each person has somewhere between 2000 and 8000 taste buds in their oral cavity. These small bumps cluster primarily on the tongue, but also are scattered along the soft palate, upper esophagus, the inside of the cheek, and the entrance … Continue reading
People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude
8+ Ways to Give Back this Winter
We’ve just entered the cold and cheerful months that make up the end of 2015! It’s hard to believe that this year is almost over. As you pour over your calendar and consider the uses of your time, consider giving … Continue reading