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How to Take Care of and Clean Braces

While braces provide invaluable benefits, they can make it somewhat challenging for people to keep their teeth and gums clean. Here's how you can protect your dental health, so your teeth will be healthy and straight when the braces come...

5 Surprising Reasons to Visit Your Dentist in Summer

We generally associate summertime with vacations and outdoor recreation. However, summer is also an ideal time to take care of your oral health. If you have a dental problem you've been putting off, here's why you should go to the dentist...

DIY Dental Travel Kit for Kids: Essentials & Tips

Traveling can be a stressful, especially if you have a young child. Despite your best efforts to plan, it always seems like an important item gets left behind. When that something is your child's toothbrush and toothpaste, it's not always...

10 Ways to Alleviate Children's Fear of the Dentist

Children require routine dental examinations to ensure proper development and good oral health. That said, it's not uncommon for kids to have a fear of the dentist, especially if they've never been before. Here are some practical ways for...

How to Choose the Right Mouth Guard for Your Sport

Countless children participate in soccer, baseball, football, hockey and other youth sports. Unfortunately, while they can be especially rewarding, these activities do come with some risk. If you are the parent of a young athlete, here's...

What is Periodontal Disease? An Infographic

Periodontal disease is a serious infection that can damage your gums, teeth, and jawbone. We’re here to help you understand what periodontal disease is, what causes periodontal disease, and what signs you should look out for. Remember,...

5 Tips for Traveling with Braces from Dentists

For many people, summer means sun, fun and travel. For people with braces, however, travel can be somewhat complicated, especially if they aren't properly prepared. To ensure that your braces treatment stays on track, consider the...

3 Types of Cavities & How to Treat and Prevent Them

When most people think about cavities, they imagine tiny holes in the surface of teeth. While this is a fairly accurate description; cavities can actually affect teeth in different ways. Here are the 3 most common types of cavities, along...

Surprising Tax Facts You Didn’t Know About Dental Expenses

Now that Congress has passed sweeping tax reform, many are left wondering if they can still deduct dental expenses in 2018 and beyond. Here are some key facts to consider before you start doing your taxes. Are Dental Bills Tax Deductible?

Why Pacifiers and Thumb Sucking Cause Dental Problems

It's not uncommon for infants to suck on their thumbs or pacifiers, especially to give themselves comfort. Over time, however, these habits can have a negative impact on oral development. Here's what parents should know about pacifiers,...

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