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62% of Americans Have Been Told Our Breath Smells

Bad breath is often a very awkward topic to bring up. Whether it’s the result of a strong-smelling meal or a condition like tooth decay, gum disease or tonsil stones, it can be embarrassing for the person whose breath smells. When faced with someone whose breath is less than fresh, it raises the question, do they know?

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  • A Complete Guide on How to Clean Dental Implants
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    A Complete Guide on How to Clean Dental Implants

    Proper home care keeps your dental implants healthy for life. In under two minutes you can clean implants right after surgery and maintain them daily with brushing, flossing, water-flossing, rinsing...

  • Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need To Be Removed?
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    Why Do Wisdom Teeth Need To Be Removed?

    Up to 85% of third molars never erupt normally, making wisdom tooth removal one of the most common oral surgeries today. Whether they’re trapped beneath the gums or emerging at awkward angles, wisdom ...

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    How to Repair a Chipped Tooth: Treatment Options, Costs & Care

    A sudden crack against a hard piece of popcorn can leave you staring at a chipped tooth and wondering what to do next. A chipped tooth can happen during a sporting accident, when you bite down on hard...

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    • #Eating
    • #How-To

    What to Eat After Wisdom Tooth Removal

    If you're recovering from wisdom tooth removal, you're probably dealing with soreness, swelling, and the frustration of not knowing what’s safe to eat. Even sipping water can feel uncomfortable...

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    • #Explainer
    • #How-To
    • #Emergencies

    What to Do About a Loose Dental Implant: Causes, Fixes & Emergencies

    Dental implants are designed to be permanent, but what if one starts to feel loose? A loose dental implant refers to any movement in the implant, crown, or the parts connecting them. While this might sound alarming, not all looseness means the implant itself is failing.

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    • #How-To
    • #Explainer

    Should You Floss Before or After Brushing & Does the Order Matter?

    You know brushing is vital but what about flossing order? Flossing before brushing may give you a cleaner mouth and better fluoride protection. Flossing first helps loosen food and plaque between the teeth.

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    Emergency Dental Care Explained: What Happens During Your Visit

    A dental emergency has a way of stopping you in your tracks. Whether it’s a sudden sharp crack, swelling you can’t ignore, or a throbbing ache that keeps you up at night, dental emergencies often strike when you least expect them.

  • How to Prevent Side Effects of Dental Implants
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    How to Prevent Side Effects of Dental Implants

    While dental implants are very safe overall, it’s important to know the risks in advance so you can prevent them. Common short-term side effects include discomfort, mild swelling or bruising, and slight bleeding.

  • Root Canal Procedure Explained
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    Root Canal Procedure Explained

    Root canal treatment is a general dental procedure to save a badly infected or damaged tooth rather than pulling it out. During a root canal, the dentist removes inflamed or infected pulp (the soft tissue inside a tooth), cleans and disinfects the canals, then fills and seals them.

  • From Diagnosis To Treatment: How Dentists Fix Cavities
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    From Diagnosis To Treatment: How Dentists Fix Cavities

    Cavities are a very common dental issue. In fact, a study from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research revealed that 90% of Amercians aged between 20 and to 64, have had a cavity.

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    • #How-To

    Our Dental Expert Explains the Causes of Dental Implant Failure and How to Prevent It

    Dental implants have a high success rate of 97% after 10 years, but implant failures can still occur. Although implant failure is rare, understanding the causes and prevention strategies can result in more successful outcomes...

  • Abscess Tooth Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide to Safe Treatment
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    Abscess Tooth Removal: A Step-by-Step Guide to Safe Treatment

    A dental abscess is a severe and painful condition caused by infection. It requires urgent dental care to avoid the spread of infection and serious health complications that can be life-threatening...