Many people with a fear of going to the dentist have heard dental myths or horror stories of a bad check up or dental practitioner at some point in their lives. While these misconceptions may seem harmless at first, if they’re keeping you away from scheduling regular bi-annual appointments or leading to subpar oral health […]
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Whenever you get a toothache, there’s typically a well-intentioned but ill-informed friend, relative, or coworker who has a “sure fire” home remedy to rid you of your pain. Often passed down from generation to generation, these home remedies can range from reasonable to downright odd. And while the best course of action when you have
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Sticking to a daily oral care regimen and scheduling bi-annual checkups with the Center for Beautiful Smiles is about more than just white teeth and straight smiles. The oral bacteria that festers from forgetting to brush, floss, and otherwise care for your teeth can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, viruses, and other common infections
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The Center for Beautiful Smiles offers dozens of treatments to get your teeth in the best shape possible, but being proactive about your oral health is the best way to avoid dental problems before they start. Here are a few tips to prevent cavities and tooth decay and keep your teeth healthy between trips to
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Recent advancements in dentistry allow you a number of different ways to straighten your teeth. One such method, provided by the Center for Beautiful Smiles, is Invisalign, a straightening process that ditches traditional metal braces for clear aligner trays. If you’re thinking about talking to your dentist about Invisalign, here are some benefits and drawbacks
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Getting your little ones engaged and interested in something enough to make it a habit can be a challenge. For example, playing with toys is excellent fun, but putting them away afterward is usually the last thing on the minds of your kids. Obviously, one of the best ways to capture a child’s attention and
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Does the idea of having braces for an extended period of time sound awesome to you? Okay, for most of us, probably not. Depending on the situation and the corrective measures that need to be taken, an individual can be wrapped up in braces for many months or even years. But fear not, friends. Technological
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As we approach the last third of the year, we thought it’d be a good idea to review the best and most effective toothbrushes. Technology has changed a lot over the past couple decades, so more and more toothbrushes are evolving to the point where your everyday toothbrush is increasingly apt at removing plaque and
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It’s that time of year. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and school is out for summer vacation. With your kids out of school, it can be more difficult to maintain their oral health. Adventuring outside for fun in the sun can lead to more accidents, and the temptation of fast and easy
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You have a beautiful smile, every tooth a beautiful pearly white and all in the right place. This is all thanks to your new set of veneers. When well cared for, veneers can last for a long time, up to 20 years or more. To protect your investment and get the most out of your
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