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Can you thank Mom for your healthy (or unhealthy) teeth? Well no…although maybe yes! Research has wavered in years past about whether there is a genetic link to decay and gum disease and although the jury is still out on whether you can blame Mom for that root canal I’m going to tell you what

When you’re dealing with a body part that is supposed to serve you a lifetime, please don’t just “patch it up” If your dental filling continues to break it may be time you considered a #porcelaincrown. Porcelain crowns help provide your damaged #teeth with 360 degree support helping to prevent fracture. By using expert ceramists,

35% of the population is born without wisdom teeth. Evolution may imply that we’re not enjoying those steaks like we used to. Research shows that our ancestors had much larger jaws than we do, helping them chew a tough diet of roots, nuts and leaves and meat without the use of forks and knives. All

Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) Tongue on fire? Well if you haven’t eaten a ghost pepper in the last five, you may be experiencing a medical condition called BMS. Typically defined as a burning itching or numb feeling on your tongue, lips or roof of the mouth, BMS can last for days to months and doctors

Strengthening your gums is sort of like going to the gym after a long winter. You’re sore, you can’t function for 2 days and you dread your next session! When you don’t get regular dental cleanings your gums are out of shape-your cleanings will feel more unpleasant and YES it will bleed! Duh. Don’t give

If you make brushing look like fun, your kids will want to do it too. Let them copy you. Buy them the same color 🔵🔵 toothbrush as you have, or try an electric one, which may be more entertaining for them. Let them try brushing your teeth and then you can brush theirs to make

  Out with the old in with the new 💥Changing four old #porcelainveneers with new ones • redesigning contour, shape and color to harmonize @kfabny‘s beautiful teeth to the rest of her! Thanks lady! Not all that seems the same IS the same! When deciding on #veneers make sure your #cosmeticdentist partners with only the

Looking for a magic pill? It’s 2 minutes ⏳Most of us brush anywhere from 30 seconds to 1 minute leaving behind food and plaque that can lead to decay, gingivitis and periodontitis (bone loss). I love using an electric toothbrush because they have timers and notifications to tell you to move to another area of

Quitting Smoking is not easy, but you can do it. To have the best chance of quitting and staying quit-you need to know what you’re up against, what your options are, and where to go for help. Set your goals and get to it!