Should you be satisfied with your current oral hygiene regimen, or is there room for improvement in your routine? One thing to consider if you are evaluating your habits is how long you tend to spend on brushing your teeth. To make sure you enjoy a thorough cleaning, you should spend at least two minutes […]
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While your “typical” day may vary quite a bit over time, there certain practices that should remain consistent. It is important for you to keep up with a dependable preventive dental care routine if you want to avoid problems like tooth decay and gum disease. Even a short-term disruption can be enough to allow tartar […]
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If you think your breath might be affected by a foul odor, a mint can help you quickly deal with the problem. However, this is only a short-term solution, and it can leave the cause of your bad breath unaddressed. Sometimes, people start to notice they have bad breath and take it as a sign […]
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As long as a dental crown remains in place, a tooth can remain safe against problems like infection or physical damage. Problems that affect teeth can lead to permanent damage, which is why restorations like crowns are designed to offer long-term support. With good habits in place, a patient can keep a crown in good […]
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While you might have a hard time finding someone who likes experiencing stress, it can be difficult to avoid. When stress is not being properly managed, it can take a toll on your physical health as well as your emotional and mental well-being. You might be surprised to know that periods of stress can even […]
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Good oral health is one of many things parents understandably want for their kids, but it is one that can have a significant effect on them over time. When kids pick up effective habits at an early age, and enjoy access to pediatric dental care, they can develop more comfort with good oral hygiene that […]
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An injury that affects your smile can upset you for many reasons. There is the obvious concern about pain, and the impact of the injury on your overall well-being, but there is also the real fear that dental damage will permanently alter your smile. While some dental injuries are too severe for the tooth in […]
When thinking about emergencies, dental issues may not even cross your mind. However, there are several dental issues that, if they are left alone, can become even bigger problems in the future. So, in today’s blog, your Charles City, IA, dentist will explain how to recognize a dental emergency, and how we can help you […]
In times of worrying about our physical health and well-being, we can’t forget to check in on our dental health. In fact, our oral health issues can aggravate already existing health issues you may have, and can point to and even cause other major problems. In today’s blog, your Charles City, IA, dentist will share […]
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March is National Women’s History Month, which makes it a great time to remember the many women who left an impact on the world of dentistry. While there are too many to mention, in today’s blog, your Charles City, IA, dentist will share some facts about three female dentists who impacted the course of history […]
