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Test You're Brushing and Flossing Success with a Plaque Disclosing Agent
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2019.
Brushing and flossing your teeth provides a lot of benefits, including a brighter smile and fresher breath. But the primary benefit—and ultimate goal—is removing dental plaque. This biofilm of
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Johnny's Teeth Aren't Rotten Any More
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 28, 2019.
Everyone has to face the music at some time — even John Lydon, former lead singer of The Sex Pistols, arguably England’s best known punk rock band. The 59-year
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Want to Keep Enjoying Winter Sports? Wear a Mouthguard!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 18, 2019.
What's your favorite winter sport? For some, it's all about swooshing down a snowy trail on skis, a board, or a sled. For others, the main attraction is skating
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NSAIDs Could be Just as Effective as Narcotics Managing Dental Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 08, 2019.
Like other healthcare providers, dentists have relied for decades on the strong pain relief of opioid (narcotic) drugs for patients after dental work. As late as 2012, doctors and
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Stop Smoking to Reduce Your Risk of Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 29, 2018.
Your risk for periodontal (gum) disease increases if you’re not brushing or flossing effectively. You can also have a higher risk if you’ve inherited thinner gum tissues from your
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Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 19, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently,
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What You Need to Know to Buy the Right Toothbrush
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 09, 2018.
If there’s one essential tool for protecting your dental health, it’s the humble toothbrush. The basic manual brush with a long, slender handle and short-bristled head is still effective
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4 Things to Know About Diabetes and Gum Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 29, 2018.
The American Diabetes Association has declared November National Diabetes Month. If you or a loved one has diabetes, you may already know that diabetes puts you at greater risk
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TMD and Fibromyalgia Could Share Links in Chronic Pain
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 19, 2018.
Chronic pain can turn your life upside down. While there are a number of disorders that fit in this category, two of them—fibromyalgia and temporomandibular disorders (TMD)—can disrupt your
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A Different Kind of "Chip Shot" for Pro Golfer Danielle Kang
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 09, 2018.
While the sport of golf may not look too dangerous from the sidelines, players know it can sometimes lead to mishaps. There are accidents involving golf carts and clubs,
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This Young Woman's Cancer Experience a Teachable Moment for all of us
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 30, 2018.
With college, a full-time job and an upcoming wedding to plan, Brooke Vitense had the hectic life of an average young woman in her twenties. But a chance discovery
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Keep up Regular Dental Care While You're Pregnant
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 20, 2018.
During pregnancy, your body isn’t the only part of your life that changes. Instead of “me,” you’re now thinking about “us”—you and the new person growing inside you. Because
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What You Should Know About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Oct. 10, 2018.
Placing a dental implant within the jawbone requires a surgical procedure. For most people it’s a relatively minor affair, but for some with certain health conditions it might be
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Fan of Superhero Film Black Panther Breaks Steel Wire...with Her Mouth!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 30, 2018.
Some moviegoers have been known to crunch popcorn, bite their fingers or grab their neighbor’s hands during the intense scenes of a thriller. But for one fan, the on-screen
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A Low Sugar, High Fiber Diet will Help Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 20, 2018.
If you’re brushing and flossing daily, as well as seeing your dentist at least every six months, you’re doing the top things needed to maintain your dental health. But
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Have Your Child's Chronic Mouth Breathing Checked to Avoid Bite Problems
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 10, 2018.
We breathe every moment of every day and we’re hardly aware of it most of the time. But if you take the time to focus, you’ll find two possible
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