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Midlife Dental Health Now Critical in Assessing Cardiovascular Conditions

November 17, 2018

Cardiovascular illness has, for a long time, affected thousands worldwide and also claimed lives, but with current studies and innovations, researchers are looking for more ways to curb this dreaded disease. In 2018, a team of researchers brought to light new information regarding a relationship between tooth loss and cardiovascular disease. Putting aside the usual …

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You May Be Getting Cavities From Those Sweet E-Cigarettes

October 30, 2018

The sweet tastes found in e-cigarettes can be equally as negative for you as candy as a result of the chemicals the liquids have inside of them. The ADA has discovered that sweet-flavored e-cigarettes have similar chemical properties to high-sucrose, gelatin-based candies like gummy bears, and also acidic drinks such as Coke or Pepsi—adversely engaging …

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The Value of Routinely Flossing Your Teeth

October 15, 2018

Most people are aware of the need for using a toothbrush daily, but dental professionals repeatedly hear excuses about why their patients don’t floss. Some patients feel that brushing their teeth alone is sufficient. A lot of people have read a 2016 story from the Associated Press which pointed out the shortage of investigations done …

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The Advantage of Regular Visits to the Dentist

September 12, 2018

A regular check-up with Dr. Nichols is essential to prevent tooth or gum problems. It also helps to avoid infection and to keep your teeth intact. Other dental problems that you need to consider include: Tooth decay Tooth decay affects the surface of your tooth. As the decay worsens, it moves into the middle of …

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Improve Your Oral Health With These Foods

August 19, 2018

Don’t overlook your diet when you are trying to find ways to improve your dental health. I get asked from patients all the time, “what are some other ways to improve my dental health?” The best thing you can do for the health of your gums and teeth is to maintain a proper hygiene routine, …

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