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Going on a Trip this Spring? Make Sure to Pack Your Travel Dental Kit Essentials!

Smiling teenage boy and younger brother playing together on vacation | Travel Dental Kit
Spring is here and that means you might be thinking about fun in the sun, road trips and relaxation. But bacteria don’t take a vacation and neither should your oral care routine. Keep your beautiful smile and white teeth on the go by packing the essentials in a travel dental kit. … Continue Reading

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Dental Anesthetics & Your Options

Woman receiving a dental anesthetics in her mouth.
The last thing you should worry about is your comfort at the dentist. Pain causes anxiety and not only makes the experience unpleasant but also makes the dentist’s job harder too. That’s where dental anesthetics come in. Dentists use a variety of anesthetics and numbing agents to help reduce the sensitivity to pain during a … Continue Reading

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Can Children Have Sleep Apnea ?

Tired child sleeps on his schoolbooks. pediatric sleep apneaThe term “sleep like a baby” is supposed to refer to a restful, restorative slumber. But like adults, not all babies and children can count on a regular, good night’s sleep. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that interrupts a person’s breathing while they sleep. And while it’s most common in adults, pediatric sleep apnea affects … Continue Reading

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Which Dental Floss Brands Are Best?

Smiling woman using dental floss on her teeth as she looks in a mirror.With the holidays upon us, you’re probably indulging in a few more delicious treats than usual. Did you know that as November fades into December, there’s one holiday that gets overlooked? That’s National Flossing Day! So, while you’re standing in the check-out line with your cart full of holiday gifts, … Continue Reading

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Get Rid of that Pain in the Jaw with TMD/TMJ Treatment

Woman suffering from jaw pain related to TMD - tmd/tmj treatmentTemporomandibular Disorder, or TMD (formerly known as TMJ) – it’s is a mouthful to say, but it can be a mouthful of pain for those who suffer from it. The symptoms of TMD vary widely, as well as the causes. Luckily, there are many TMD/TMJ treatment options available, so the pain in your jaw … Continue Reading

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Why You Should Opt for the Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Latte

Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice LatteThe pumpkin spice latte, known as the PSL for short, is definitely the hot drink this fall (no pun intended). At the beginning of the season, coffee giant, Starbucks, had sold over 200 million pumpkin spice lattes to date. When Starbucks’ PSL became available nationally available at the beginning of September, the flavored coffee beverages were flying out of stores across the country. In fact, the Pumpkin … Continue Reading

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