Family Dentistry Blog
Chewing food and communicating can sometimes be a difficult task when missing one or more teeth. For a few it becomes a routine or ritual in how they consume their food daily. For most, the problem is resolved by putting in what is called a bridge. Whether you refer to it as a partial…
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There is certainly a wide variety of toothbrushes and gadgets waiting for you in your local grocery store. In fact, there are so many to pick and choose from that most actually pick a toothbrush that really doesn’t suit their mouth. We’re going to cover a few things to look for to narrow that search and not…
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Making Brushing Better Dentifrice or toothpaste is an agent used to help when brushing and can be found in the form of pastes, gels, or powders. Toothpaste may be pleasant on taste and the smell of ones breath; however, it has a deeper purpose for your mouth. Its predominant role is to combat plaque…
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The Facts on Gum Disease So what happens after we eat and left over particles are sitting on our teeth and gums until we find the time to brush, floss, and rinse with mouth wash? It’s really the stepping stones which lead to plaque. Plaque contributes to gum disease or periodontal disease which leaves…
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Enhancing your Visit There is something about the medical and dental field that scares some people. A fear perhaps associated with a past experience that felt unpleasant or the fear of the unknown surrounded by the equipment that gives off an intimidation factor. Adults and children alike would prefer an enjoyable, stress-free, visit to…
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Caution: Healthy Mouth at Work As we discussed in Food for Thought: Part 1, braces are delicate, necessary equipment in making ones smile beautiful for decades. Those with braces must be cautious when biting as any food that is not soft can threaten braces. This includes apple slices, corn on the cob, and other…
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Eating for a Healthy Mouth These days people are eating right to watch their waistline and for the longevity of one’s health. Having issues within your mouth can detour the types of foods you choose. Most do not associate eating right with oral health unless you have braces, sensitive teeth, canker sores and so…
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The Sugarless Way Have you ever been with your grandmother and saw her stick a piece of chewing gum in her mouth right after eating dinner at a cafeteria? You probably just chalked it up to her wanting fresh breath after dinner without another thought about it. But did you know that chewing sugarless…
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The causes of Bad Breath Bad breath, or its medical term halitosis, is an embarrassing and troublesome condition that may get everyone talking about you for the wrong reasons. Although there are many sources, it is a treatable issue if you know how to combat bad breath. But what exactly contributes to causing bad…
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We’ve Got Great News! Dr. Moore is now doing orthodontics. Just another wonderful benefit for our patients! We offer traditional braces as well as Invisalign. You have probably seen the television ad for Invisalign Teen. We do offer Invisalign Teen but braces are not just for kids. If you have always wanted straighter teeth but…
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