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What Causes Gum Recession

You may have heard of receding gums, but still need to know how to prevent it and what causes it. Many people first notice gum recession when their teeth start looking longer than they used to.

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How Your Teeth Got Their Names

When you visit the dentist, especially if you're getting work done, such as a dental crown, you may hear dentists talking in a strange combination of names and numbers when describing locations in your mouth.

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How Effective Is Whitening Toothpaste?

The number of teeth whitening options available to patients just seems to grow and grow. With so many products and treatments available, it’s hard to know which are the most effective.

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How Braces Work

Braces are such a common treatment, we take it for granted that everyone knows how they work. However, we've realized that it may not be that obvious how this clever system of brackets and wires results in a straighter smile and a healthier bite alignment.

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Top Dental Concerns for Seniors

While the basics of dental hygiene are the same at every age—brushing, flossing & healthy eating habits—risks and concerns for older adults are different than younger adults and kids.

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The 2 Types of Tooth Stains & How We Deal With Them

If you don't see "pearly whites" when you smile, you may be considering a teeth whitening. Despite nickname for teeth, the truth is very few of us go about our daily lives with a "pearly white" smile.

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How to Make Oral Health Part of Your Self-Care Routine

From sheet masks to adult coloring books to meditation apps, self-care is all the rage these days. We don’t see any reason why your dental health and oral hygiene can’t be part of this new, trendy way of making yourself feel and function better.

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Teeth Cleanings With Braces

If you have braces, you're probably very excited about seeing your brand new smile. However, that smile might not be as bright as you thought if you don't take proper care of your teeth during your orthodontic treatment.

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Your Guide to At-Home Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments that patients ask us about. Luckily, it is also one of the easiest

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