Oral Health Care

How Braces Improve Oral Health

It may seem that the sole purpose of braces is to create flawless, beautiful smiles. However, straighter teeth and a properly aligned bite actually promotes better oral health. For patients considering braces, ask your dentist so he/she can recommend an orthodontist. An orthodontist is a dentist who specializes in straightening crooked teeth. But before you decide to speak with your dentist, you may have a few questions about braces. Such as the benefits of braces, how they work and how to care for them.

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Bad Breath & Your Oral Health

No one expects to wake up in the morning with fresh breath, but what causes morning breath? Bad breath is something that most of us have dealt with. Sometimes the causes are simple and easy to remedy, other times it might require special attention or a change of habits. Regardless of the cause, bad breath can be embarrassing and a potential health concern. The medical term for bad breath is halitosis, and depending on the cause it may be an occasional occurrence or a long-lasting side effect.

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The Best Foods for Healthy Teeth

Food choices play an important role in tooth decay and gum disease. A nutritious diet is essential to healthy living and especially to the health of your teeth and gums. Some of the earliest signs of poor nutrition show up at a dentist appointment. Since your mouth is the first point of contact with foods, it’s important to choose wisely. Here are some of the best foods for your teeth to consider incorporating in your diet.

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5 Common Teeth Brushing Mistakes

Your oral health care regime is an important part to maintaining a healthy smile and a healthy you. Identifying bad brushing habits can help you freshen up your oral hygiene and prevent possible teeth and gum damage. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when brushing their teeth and how to avoid them. Grab your toothpaste and let’s get started! 

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How to Keep Your Family’s Teeth Healthy Over The Holidays

It’s that time of year when visions of dessert, sugar cookies and candy canes are likely dancing around in the heads of your children. Despite their consumption of sugar, there are still many ways to minimize damage to their oral health and keep your kids in a healthy routine. Here are our tips to keeping your family’s teeth healthy over the holidays.

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