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COVID-19 Vaccines: From Your Dentist

What do flossing, fluoride and the COVID-19 vaccine have in common? Preventing disease. Your dentist cares for your mouth because your oral health is essential to your overall health. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, your dentist has been working to put your health and safety first by taking extra steps to prevent Read More →

7 Tooth-Friendly Halloween Treats

Do dentists give out candy for Halloween? You’d be surprised how many do! The American Dental Association asked dentists what they give trick-or-treaters each year, and most of them—76 percent—say they hand out some type of candy. Some paired their candy with a reminder to brush and even a toothbrush. Read More →

Oral Piercing and Mouth Health

Should you get a lip piercing? Read this before you do. Oral piercing of the tongue, lip, cheek, or other soft tissues is a form of body art and self-expression. Oral piercings are more typically seen in adolescents and young adults. The most common site for oral-piercing placement is the Read More →

Should I Wear a Mouthguard?

Keep reading to learn about mouthguards. Mouthguards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to your lips, tongue, face or jaw. They typically cover the upper teeth and are a great way to protect the soft tissues of Read More →

Teeth Tips for Athletes

Three teeth tips that all athletes should know. Athletes need to take care of their teeth both on and off the field. “Most athletes are careful about what they eat and their workout routine. Part of that routine should include taking care of your mouth and teeth every single day,” Read More →

How Can Thumb-sucking Affect My Child’s Teeth?

Thumbsucking is a natural reflex for children. Sucking on thumbs, fingers, pacifiers or other objects may make babies feel secure and happy. Young children may also suck to soothe themselves and help them fall asleep. How Can Thumbsucking Affect My Child’s Teeth? After permanent teeth come in, sucking may cause problems Read More →

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