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Anatomy of Your Teeth

From your head to your toes, you are familiar with the anatomy of your body. If a medical doctor asks you to describe an injury or an illness, you are prepared to point out which regions are affected. When it

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Your Guide to Dental Tools

While dental technology has come a long way in recent decades, dentists still rely on a number of simple yet effective tools to clean and restore teeth. If you feel overwhelmed when sitting in a dentist’s chair while looking over

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Everything You Need to Know About Tartar

Tartar is a common problem that affects nearly everyone at some point. As you eat and drink each day, your teeth develop a sticky substance on the surface called “plaque.” If you don’t remove this plaque quickly, it may harden

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What Is Tooth Decay?

Tooth decay is damage to the surface of your tooth. It may lead to cavities, tooth infections, or even total loss of your teeth. It’s a very common problem, yet many people don’t realize they have tooth decay until it’s

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Signs of Gingivitis and How to Treat It

Gingivitis is a type of disease related to the gums. Advanced gum infection is called periodontitis, and it often creates long-lasting problems, including damage to the soft tissue and bone supporting your teeth. It’s a disease that shouldn’t be taken

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3 Reasons to Get a Dental Bridge

Dental bridges fill the gaps in your teeth, and they consist of several pieces that work together to close open space and replace a missing tooth. Consider three reasons it makes sense to see your dentist and get a dental

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Restorative Dental Options to Protect Your Smile

Our teeth are strong but sometimes they develop wear, disease, and degradation. Fortunately, this damage doesn’t have to mean we lose our teeth. Restorative dental treatments can make it possible to keep your teeth for the rest of your life.

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Top 5 Ways to Prevent Dental Cavities

Teeth – unlike bone or other tissues, cannot heal on their own. If cavities are not treated early on by a dentist, they will worsen, which could lead to painful infections and tooth loss. Our family dentistry practice offers preventive

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Turn Back Time with Teeth Whitening

A professional teeth whitening treatment may not be the fountain of youth but it can make you appear younger. Professional teeth whitening is a quick, non-invasive way to breathe new life into your appearance. Our cosmetic dentist utilizes prescription-grade take-home

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What habits should I avoid or stop with veneers?

If you’re considering receiving veneers from our cosmetic dentist, you are probably yearning for a flaw-free smile. Taking good care of your new smile can help ensure that your porcelain veneers last as long as possible. Although veneers are quite

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