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Best Toothbrushes For Brushing With Braces August 15, 2019

It can be difficult enough to get your kids to brush their teeth twice a day and it can be even more difficult to get them to do so with a mouth full of metal. After all, navigating those teeth and gums with brackets and rubber bands to get around can cause even the most ...

Best Toothbrushes For Brushing With Braces August 15, 2019
It can be difficult enough to get your kids to brush their teeth twice a day and it can be even more difficult to get them to do so with a mouth full of metal. After all, navigating those teeth and ...
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What Is Corrective Jaw Surgery And Who Needs It? August 7, 2019
The thought of oral surgery is scary to most people, and "corrective jaw surgery" sounds like one of the most painful and intimidating procedures out there. While it is major oral surgery, corrective ...
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Can My Diet Affect My Oral Health? August 6, 2019
Everyone knows that you should avoid sugar if you want healthy teeth, but there are many other foods and beverages that can compromise your oral health. Certain dietary choices can put you at a ...
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Can Poor Oral Hygiene Lead To Liver Cancer? August 2, 2019
“A large study of people living in the United Kingdom found that those who reported having poor oral health, such as sore of bleeding gums or loose teeth, had a 75% higher risk of developing liver ...
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How Gum Bacteria Can Be Connected To Alzheimer's Disease July 29, 2019
The idea of having gum disease is never a pleasant thought; however, research is now showing that gum problems may be linked to even more serious conditions than simply tooth loss and oral issues. ...
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When Should I Start Taking My Child To The Orthodontist? July 18, 2019
Generally, when people think of braces, they envision gangly teenagers with a mouth-full of metal. Parents with young children in elementary school probably don’t even think about scheduling a trip to ...
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