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You only have one set of adult teeth, so taking good care of them is of the utmost importance. You know to brush twice a day and floss daily, but there is so much more to dental health. On this website, we've compiled articles to help you boost your personal knowledge of oral health and dental care. From brushing tips to ideas for snacks that won't case cavities, it's all here. We are not dentists, but we scoured the internet for factual information, and we're confident your dentist will approve of what you're learning. Grab your favorite tooth-healthy snack, and start reading.

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  • When Should You See An Emergency Dentist?

    20 January 2020

    You should see your dentist every few months or as often as they recommend that you do. They will keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong and prevent or repair any problems that could arise. Even if you are diligent in seeing your dentist regularly,  however, emergencies can come up suddenly. When should you see an emergency dentist? Here are just a few reasons to head for help right away.

  • Want Your Teeth Straightened? This Is Why You Should See An Orthodontist

    20 January 2020

    When you're not happy with the look of your smile, it can be tempting to sign up for a service that sends invisible aligners to your home. These aligners can help you to achieve straightened teeth, but they're not always all that they're cracked up to be. This is why you should strongly consider seeing an orthodontist instead of leaving the fate of your teeth up to a mailing service.

  • 5 Tips For Handling Dental Emergencies

    18 January 2020

    Dental injuries are one of the most excruciating health issues to deal with. You'll certainly want to get emergency dental care for help as soon as possible as many problems require immediate responses. Let's take a look at what you may be able to do in those moments after a dental emergency has occurred. Loose Teeth Limit your consumption of any food or drinks as much as possible. If you can manage to do so, try to keep anything you drink or chew on the opposite of your mouth if you have to eat or hydrate.

  • Root Canal Treatment For A Traumatic Tooth Injury

    17 January 2020

    Many traumatic tooth injuries result in chipped and cracked teeth. Others, however, can loosen the tooth and damage the soft tissue surrounding it. The tooth can even fall out when the traumatic injury is severe. Whether your injury is severe or minor, you'll need to see a dentist as soon as possible because not only is the affected tooth at risk for further problems, but the surrounding teeth may be at risk, as well.

  • Dentin: Why Is Your Tooth Sensitivity So Extreme?

    16 January 2020

    If your tooth is extremely sensitive to cold food and beverages, you may give up eating or drinking anything that aggravates your tooth. You may even think you have multiple cavities in your tooth. The dentin in your tooth may actually be the cause of your sensitivity. Learn more about tooth dentin and how it can become sensitive to cold temperatures below. What Exactly Does Dentin Do? Dentin is the layer lying just below the surface of your enamel.