Water flossing has grown in popularity as the market has provided at-home use products at affordable prices. Water flossing is an alternative to traditional string flossing, which is statistically among the least consistent part of the average American’s daily hygiene routine. To sweeten the deal (but don’t tell the dentist we said anything about sweets), […]
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Today, people are more self-conscious about their smiles than ever. Maybe you are one of the many people today who look in the mirror, see yellow teeth, and wish there was something you could do about it. You know—without spending an arm and a leg at the dentist for in-office bleaching. Fortunately, there are cost-effective, […]
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Most people have likely experienced tooth pain at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, for some, toothaches and tooth sensitivity can be a common occurrence—not a problem that arises every now and then (looking at you, cavities). The issue is that common causes of teeth sensitivity can mirror those that arise from graver problems like […]
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You’re propped up on your elbows, mid-conversation, utterly entrenched by the oncoming details of your colleague’s epic tale. As you grip your coffee mug for dear life, you take a sip, and just as they’re about to unfold the finality of their adventure, you’re blinded by searing pain instead. Whether from something hot, cold, or […]
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In a digital era dominated by social media and the need for constant validation, we humans seem to be more self-conscious than ever. Thanks to the ability to zoom, edit, compare, and contrast, we’re hyper aware of every single one of our “flaws.” And, although it may seem like a small thing, one of the […]
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It’s the question that everyone dreads hearing when they visit their dentist: “So, have you been flossing your teeth every day?” You try to make a mumbled no somehow sound like a yes to avoid the proceeding diatribe about why you should be flossing every single day. And of course, you know you should be […]
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Oral diseases—those relating to the teeth, gums, or tongue—have a certain distasteful quality to them (pun not intended). Perhaps it’s due to the intimate nature of mouths. Mouths are used to show affection, present our moods, and communicate with one another. When bad breath, swollen gums, or dental decay mix into the equation, the result […]
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You’ve likely heard of gingivitis before. Sometimes it’s thrown around lightly, sometimes not. Gingivitis is classified as periodontal disease. In layman’s terms, it’s a form of gum disease—albeit mild and common—that causes symptoms of swelling, irritation, and redness around the gingiva (the part of your gums adjacent to the base of your teeth). Gingivitis is […]
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As if flossing your teeth wasn’t hard enough, braces add an additional challenge in accessing areas not properly cleaned by brushing alone, while also creating new areas for bacteria to settle and build up. Additionally, the hardware of braces is relatively delicate and must be handled with care to avoid loosening or breakage that could […]
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A common symptom of getting braces is swollen or irritated gums in the weeks that immediately follow installation, or in the days that follow a dentist or orthodontist appointment for adjustments. However, if swelling or bleeding begins to come on arbitrarily, it could be a sign of periodontal disease that may require attention from a […]
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You’ve gotten wired up at the orthodontist’s office as a commitment to your oral health and in pursuit of a beautiful smile. Good for you – good things ahead. To really nail that Hollywood smile, you’ll have to keep up on caring for your braces and teeth, which does add a little bit of extra […]
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We get it — you love flossing so much, you’re starting to worry that it’s becoming a problem. In the morning, before bed, on your commute, during dinner with your in-laws — it’s a compulsory habit so hard to resist that you’re starting to worry it’s taking over your life. Sound familiar? Probably not. But […]
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