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Waking Up with Morning Breath

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 Most people experience waking up with morning breath at some point. Morning breath has many different causes, but the two biggest are dry mouth and bad oral hygiene. Dry mouth If you have poor oral hygiene, dry mouth could be to blame. Saliva removes bacteria that can cause bad breath. As we sleep, saliva production […]

Watch Out For Foods That Damage Your Teeth

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Watch out for foods that damage your teeth. Dental health professionals agree on the importance of regular brushing, flossing, and dentist visits for the maintenance of optimal oral health. However, the success of this can also depend on the kind of foods one eats in the first place. There are many foods to watch out […]

3 Easy Tips For A Brighter Smile

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Achieving a more attractive brighter smile doesn’t have to be rocket science. While new technologies have made teeth whitening easier, simple lifestyle changes still go a long way toward the goal of a brighter smile. It’s important to bear in mind that most teeth are not completely white, but actually run a gamut of naturally […]

Taking Care of Your Toothbrush

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You’ve got to take care of your toothbrush, so that it can take care of your teeth. When it comes to oral health, the toothbrush is a primary tool. Brushing at least twice daily, or after every meal, is an indispensable good oral hygiene. However, it’s useless, if you are not also doing all you […]

Periodontitis Home Treatment

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Periodontitis home treatment can prevent periodontitis or gum disease, which occurs when tissues and bone holding your teeth in place, become infected with bacteria and plaque. The bacteria adhere between teeth and along the gum line.  As they multiply, they release toxins, which cause the immune system to react. Inflammation and bacterial infection result. Left […]

The Importance of Tongue Brushing

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Few realize the importance of tongue brushing. No matter how diligent you are, oral hygiene is incomplete without also brushing your tongue. This is because the majority of oral bacteria live on it. The dark, moist, warmth of your mouth, plus the steady supply of food debris left on your tongue, create ideal conditions for […]

How Often Should You Water Floss?

If you are are new to water flossing, you may be curious about how often you should do it. Water flossing has become an increasingly popular method of interdental cleaning set to outstrip traditional string flossing, due to effectiveness and ease of use. How often should you water floss? It comes down to individual circumstances. […]

What Are Water Flossers And Their Benefits?

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What are water flossers and their benefits? A water flosser, also known as an oral irrigator, is an oral health device designed for in-home dental care. While there are many types, most feature a reservoir to hold water, an electric motor, a pump, and a special nozzle. The motor and pump force a stream of […]

7 Signs A Water Flosser Might Be Good For You

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Support for water flossing has grown among dental professionals, who increasingly recommend it even in place of traditional string floss. Here are 7 signs a water flosser might be good for you.   1. You’re String Flossing Technique Is Off Incorrect flossing leaves food debris behind. Threading string floss between teeth, clumsily pulling it out, and […]

Flossing Is A Crucial Part Of A Child’s Dental Health

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Flossing is a crucial part of a child’s dental health as well as adults. Both have different reasons for why traditional methods may be challenging. Regardless, it still must be done to avoid bigger oral health problems down the road.  For young children, small hands, lack of manual coordination, and low motivation make daily oral […]

What Are Periodontal Pockets?

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Millions of people around the world suffer from gum disease, the number one cause of adult tooth loss. Periodontal pockets could cause your teeth problems. What are periodontal pockets? Let’s find out how to take care of them. What Are Periodontal Pockets? In a healthy mouth, gums should wrap relatively tightly around the teeth. Even […]

Oral Health Directly Affects Overall Health

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Everyone knows that dentists everywhere recommend daily toothbrushing and flossing. For years the ADA has urged doing so at least twice a day for optimal oral hygiene. In fact, oral health directly affects overall health.  When You Don’t Floss Flossing is essential to the health of teeth and gums. It allows you to remove food […]