Developing Good Oral Health Habits

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How to Take Care of Your Teeth to Maintain Good Oral Health While brushing your teeth every day is often a no-brainer, maintaining good oral health involves so much more than that. In fact, many people aren’t aware of the importance of having a thorough oral health routine, or the impact that not taking care …
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The Proper Way to Floss

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A Guide to Proper Flossing Technique – Prevent Plaque Build-Up and Gum Disease We all know flossing is important. Your dentist isn’t asking you about your flossing habits for nothing, after all. But what exactly is the correct way to floss, and how often should you floss? Here’s a guide to help answer some of …
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Busting Bad Breath (Halitosis)

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Causes of Halitosis and Treatments to Get Rid of Bad Breath Chronic bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be a very embarrassing problem that many people face. Halitosis can be caused by a lot of things, from diet and lifestyle to dental hygiene and other factors, such as underlying health conditions. While halitosis is …
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Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?

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A Look at the Purpose of Wisdom Teeth and Causes for Wisdom Teeth Removal Wisdom teeth are our third and final set of molars to grow. They don’t quite fit in many people’s mouths and can become problematic, leading to getting them extracted. For others, they come in just fine, and some don’t have them …
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Why Oral Cancer Screenings Are So Important

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Oral Cancer Symptoms and Why You Need Regular Screenings Taking care of your teeth by maintaining good oral hygiene habits is not the only factor in maintaining your oral health. Regular dental checkups and oral cancer screenings are also incredibly important. Oral cancer is a disease affecting the mouth that can lead to death, and …
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