Adult Oral Health
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Why You Might Think Twice Before Eating Too Much Ice Cream
Why you might think twice before eating too much ice cream There are few treats more tempting than a cold dish of ice cream during the hottest days of summer. It’s no wonder 90% of … Read More
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Abscesses: Can toothaches become deadly?
Our oral health is so connected to our overall health, problems like tooth abscesses can become life or death situations. An abscess in a tooth is caused by untreated tooth decay, periodontal (gum) disease, or … Read More
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Detecting And Fighting Oral Cancer
Check for these oral cancer symptoms. It could be a lifesaver. More than 10,000 people lose their lives to oral cancer every year, but the five-year survival rate is approximately 60%. By working with your … Read More
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5 Reasons to Kick Your Soda Habit
Soda is one of the top sources of “energy” kids ages 2 to 18 years old are consuming. We call the energy gained from soda “empty calories” because they provide the opposite of what a … Read More
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Cost Considerations | Restorations and Dentures for Older Adults
Considering the cost of dentures, restorative care, and dental care for older adults? You’re in the right place. Dental care costs for adults over 65 depend mainly on two things: oral health and dental … Read More
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4 Ways You Could Be At Risk for Tooth Loss
Older Americans are keeping their teeth longer than ever. Here’s more good news: Some causes of tooth loss can be in your control. That’s why it is so important to maintain a good oral health … Read More
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Dental Health Questions To Ask If Considering Assisted Living
Do you have a parent or loved one who lives in a care facility or utilizes assisted living? Whether it’s your in-laws, parents or an aging family friend, you want to be there to support … Read More
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Keeping Oral Side Effects From Interrupting Your Cancer Treatments
Chemotherapy and radiation are often used to treat cancer. Cancer treatments can cause oral side effects with your mouth, altering your ability to eat, talk, and swallow. You’ll want to promptly address these problems, so … Read More
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Milk & Root Surface Cells | Saving a Knocked-Out Tooth
More than five million teeth are “avulsed,” or knocked out, from both adults and children each year. If you or your child plays sports with bodily contact (even accidental), the odds that there will be … Read More
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Bad Taste After Brushing? Common Explanations
If you have bad breath after brushing your teeth, you aren’t imagining things. The minty freshness of toothpaste plus the scrubbing power of your toothbrush may not be enough to fix some underlying issues. We … Read More