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Is Coffee Bad for Your Teeth? Coffee Stains on Teeth
Ah, coffee. You taste delicious, perk us up, and – consumed in reasonable quantities – you are really good for us. But there’s some bad news. Coffee is not kind to your teeth; it can stain and even damage them.
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Can a Dirty Toothbrush Make You Sick?
Your mouth can harbor hundreds of different types of microorganisms (germs), which according to the American Dental Association (ADA), can transfer to your toothbrush during use. The following the tips below will help keep your toothbrush hygienic and able to do its one job: cleaning your teeth.
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The Connection Between Dental Hygiene and Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month making it a good time to discuss the impact of oral health on your mental health, and vice versa.
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Top 10 Tips for Healthy Teeth in Summer
Summer is supposed to be a stress-free season, a time to relax a bit and enjoy life. But while we’re playing, healthcare providers are working hard. Hospitals expect to see an increase in patients during summertime. In honor of June being National Safety Month, here are ten tips for healthy teeth to help you protect…
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Got a Headache or Migraine? See A Dentist: Dental Health Problems & Bad Teeth Can Trigger Migraines and Headaches
Every ten seconds in America, someone goes to the emergency room seeking help for head pain. Approximately 1.2 million of those visits are for migraines.
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What is Preventive Dentistry?
Preventive dentistry is the practice of maintaining good oral health to help fight off dental diseases. We’ll explain the most common preventive dentistry services, why they’re so important, and the types of dental plans you can get that can lower the cost of preventive dental care.
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Does My Dental Plan Cover Teeth Whitening?
Whether it’s a date, job interview, or social event, a bright, white smile can help you make a great first impression. If you’re thinking about whitening your teeth professionally, it’s important to know the associated costs and whether your dental insurance covers teeth whitening
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How Dental Mouthguards Can Solve Your Jaw Pain
If you wake up with jaw pain, headaches, or facial pain, you may be clenching or grinding your teeth. Since you're asleep when this happens, there’s not much you can do to control it. However, wearing a dental mouthguard can help protect your teeth from the wear of clenching and grinding. Let’s learn more about…
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Red Wine May Protect Your Smile
We all know that red wine is one of the primary culprits when it comes to making your teeth look dingy, right? But guess what – red wine is not the enemy of your teeth. It may be their best friend. Why? Because red wine may lower the ability of destructive bacteria to stick to teeth.
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Women’s Dental Health Concerns
Starting each year on Mother’s Day, and led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health, National Women’s Health Week focuses on encouraging women and girls to take control of their health and make wellness a priority.