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Your Mouth and Diabetes

Unfortunately, diabetes is a way of life in America. Almost 29 MILLION Americans have diabetes, and it’s estimated that 7.2 MILLION additional people have undiagnosed diabetes. Sadly, the vast majority of these people could prevent their diabetes by having a healthier lifestyle. Did you know that diabetes can also affect your oral health? It is important to inform your dentist

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Everybody Hates Cavities

When patients come to me for their bi-annual cleaning, they’re usually a little worried and say something like “I hope you don’t find any dental cavity.” I don’t blame them. Nobody wants to have cavities, because it often involves the use of needles (delivering something to numb pain) and my handpiece with drilling attachment. Unfortunately, the only way to fix

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How to Floss Your Teeth

Flossing removes leftover food particles between your teeth and in places where your toothbrush can’t reach. Plaque can cause tooth decay, and flossing can help avoid plaque buildup from eating foods and drinks that stain teeth.  However, you need to know how to floss your teeth properly for flossing to work. Do You Know How to Floss Properly? Once a

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