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Dental Implants Vs. Veneers: The Technical Choice Vs. The Hollywood Smile

A cheerful and bright smile displays confidence and health. However, many of us feel uncomfortable with our smile. Consequently, we are hesitant to flash a full grin and resort ...

Can Having a Cold Cause Blurry Vision?

By: Natalia Courtois on 02/10/20 11:00

Cold season seems like it’s always right around the corner. When those symptoms hit you, it's no secret that you just don't feel your best--which can affect your productivity, ...

Can Cholesterol Medication Affect My Mouth?

By: Natalia Courtois on 09/19/18 10:09

If you have high cholesterol, you’ve probably been prescribed a statin. Statins are a type of medication that lower or control cholesterol levels. By reducing cholesterol ...

Different Types of Contact Lenses

By: Natalia Courtois on 08/20/18 13:02

Contact lenses are the number one choice for many in need of vision correction. While others may prefer wearing glasses, lenses offer a certain freedom that they don’t want to ...

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How Diabetes Affects Your Teeth

By: Natalia Courtois on 08/02/18 13:30

Diabetes is a long-lasting medical condition that affects your body’s relationship with natural sugars like glucose. Your pancreas naturally produces a hormone called insulin ...

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Benefit Analysis: Dental Implant or Bridge?

By: Natalia Courtois on 06/29/18 12:00

Missing a tooth or two is often seen as a negative reflection on your oral health. However, there are many things that can cause you to lose a tooth or two. It can depend on ...

Do you have lupus? 5 reasons to have a dental plan

By: Natalia Courtois on 06/13/18 12:00

Approximately 1.5 million Americans have a form of lupus. The disease tends to form between the ages of 15 to 44. Though many symptoms are linked with lupus, such as hair loss ...

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How can intermittent fasting help bad breath?

By: Natalia Courtois on 06/12/18 12:20

When you think of intermittent fasting, you probably think “diet,” but probably not bad breath. So how is fasting connected to oral health? Some research shows that ...

Do Children Need Fluoride for Dental Health?

By: Natalia Courtois on 06/08/18 12:09

Regular exposure to fluoride is beneficial to children's oral health. The following are some of the benefits that children will gain from getting their yearly fluoride ...

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Is an EOB a Bill? Here's a guide to your Explanation of Benefits

By: Natalia Courtois on 06/28/17 9:30

The fear that sets in when you get an unexpected letter with prices for a doctor or dentist visit is very relatable. If you used your insurance at an appointment, you probably ...

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