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3 Ways Vaping Could Affect Your Smile

By: Brittany Flax on 03/19/20 14:00

You walk down the street and are enveloped by a cloud of smoke that smells like … strawberries? Known as Electronic cigarettes, E-cigs or Vapes – it’s a craze that has proven ...

How to Treat Your Baby's Thrush

By: Erica Laceria on 02/03/20 12:45

You look at your little one and notice cracked skin around their mouth and white spots on their lips and tongue. It's more common than you think, however many people don't know ...

5 Reasons Why You Should Brush Your Tongue

By: Astrid Graterol on 12/13/19 10:40

You know that it is important to brush your teeth twice a day to maintain good oral health, but did you also know how important it is to brush your tongue? Just like our teeth, ...

Children's Dental Health Month: Encourage Good Habits

By: Mariah Chitouras on 02/01/17 16:11

It’s February, and that means it’s time to focus on your children's dental health! While it’s important all year, the American Dental Association sponsors Children's Dental ...

3 Ways Oral Piercings Can Harm Your Mouth

By: Mariah Chitouras on 12/14/16 14:38

Can oral piercings harm your mouth? Tongue or lip rings might be tempting as a cool way to express yourself. But it’s important to weigh the risks before you make the choice to ...

What Are the Effects of Tobacco on My Oral Health?

By: Erica Laceria on 06/10/16 15:48

We’ve all been subject to the “No smoking” ads and literature growing up. At school, sometimes work, parents and elders – at some point in our lives we’ve heard that smoking is ...

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LINKED: Oral Bacteria and Pancreatic Cancer Risk

By: Erica Laceria on 06/06/16 10:00

It has been known for a while that oral health can impact overall health. For example, oral bacteria has been associated with inflammation causing heart disease. What you may ...

What is Antibiotic Prophylaxis?

By: Candace McAfee on 02/24/16 10:59

At your last visit to the dentist, he or she may have suggested an antibiotic prophylaxis. While that sounds like a complicated term, it simply means receiving antibiotic ...

Sugar Free Treats that Promote Dental Health

By: Alissa Gavrilescu on 12/19/15 10:30

We all get hungry between meals, but the cheapest, most convenient snacks generally aren't good for our teeth or the rest of our bodies. It's quick and easy to grab a candy bar ...

Can Your Toothbrush Make You Sick?

By: Kate Ranta on 03/03/15 13:00

What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy It's no surprise that toothbrushes carry germs on them since they are used in your mouth, which is home to any sickness or virus that you ...

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