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Life, Death and the Infected Tooth
Annual visits to your dentist should minimize any problems with dental decay. In fact, your dentist has tools available to stop tooth decay in its tracks and in some cases, he or she…
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Hospital Emergency Room or Emergency Dentistry?
When you or a loved one have a dental emergency, where is the first place you think of going? Many people rush to the hospital emergency room or urgent care clinic, especially if…
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When Teeth Grinding Becomes More Than a Nighttime Problem
Have you been made aware that you grind your teeth during the night? The symptoms of the problem might disrupt a partner’s sleep, or become more apparent when teeth wear down. In either…
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Are You Dealing with Chipped, Broken or Missing Teeth?
Your teeth are one of the robust and hardy structures in your body. Stronger even than bone, properly cared for teeth are extremely durable. Proper brushing and flossing, with interspersed regular dental check-ups…
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The Locked Jaw
Your temporomandibular joint is comprised of tendons, ligaments and cartilage that allows your jaw to open and close and move from side to side. This joint is used every day for eating, speaking…
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Getting To the Root of Your Mouth Pain
Pain in the mouth can originate from many sources. Discomfort may occur in the teeth, gums, lips, the tongue or roof of the mouth. The reasons for oral pain can differ, and it…
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An Infected Tooth is Not to Be Dismissed
Toothache pain can be excruciating. Some people believe that powering through the pain is one way to go. If you can hang in there long enough, eventually it will go away. Although that…
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Why You Should See Us About Your Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, medically known as bruxism, can be a serious dental health issue when the grinding occurs regularly. It can damage your teeth and lead to other complications. You may end up needing…
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Emergency Dentistry is a Matter of Convenience
When you think about emergency dentistry, what comes to mind? Is it getting an appointment within a week, or the dental receptionist providing advice on pain management? These are just some of the…
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Is Your Hard Bristle Brush Setting You Up for an Emergency Visit?
Today’s toothbrush choices are overwhelming. Should you choose a round or elongated bristle head? What about brushes with varying sized bristles? How about a straight handle or an ergonomic one? Most toothbrush choices…
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