Oral & Vision Health Blog

What causes bad breath?

None of us likes to imagine we have bad breath. The trouble is, it's hard to assess the freshness of your own breath. That's why many of us use products that promise to keep our ...
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7 Bad Habits that Could Damage Your Teeth

Sometimes, brushing and flossing isn’t enough to keep your smile healthy. You may have a few bad habits that could damage your teeth.
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Diabetes, Liver and Kidney Disease and Dental Health

“The first step toward change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.”Nathaniel Branden
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Do I Really Need Dental Insurance? The Answer Might Surprise You

You brush your teeth twice a day. You floss. You have a healthy mouth. Or maybe you don’t…but your teeth don’t hurt and you’ll just deal with paying for any problems if they ...
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Solar Eclipse Preparation: Don’t Forget Your Eyewear

The total solar eclipse is Monday, August 21st, and people are traveling from all over the world to reach path of totality, where the moon will completely block the sun's rays. ...
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What is a Tooth Abscess?

An abscessed tooth can be painful and traumatic. Your face may swell and your tooth and the surrounding gum tissue will likely be as painful as the tooth itself. What is a tooth ...
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Why is My Eyelid Twitching?

Most of us have experienced the annoyance of a twitching eyelid at some point in our lives. Because it typically goes away on its own, we don't stop and think much about this ...
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Does charcoal toothpaste really work? We tested it!

Charcoal products are invading your newsfeeds—it’s one of the latest health and beauty trends. In addition to charcoal face masks, charcoal soap and charcoal deodorant. It’s also ...
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Is an EOB a Bill? Here's a guide to your Explanation of Benefits

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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Why Does the Eye Doctor Dilate Your Eyes?

You've probably wondered why your eyes need to be dilated when you visit your eye doctor. Your eye doctor thoroughly examines all parts of the eye when it is dilated, and might ...
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