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Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!

March 27th, 2018

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake patients make in their oral care routine, and it can be detrimental to the gums and teeth. What can brushing too hard cause? Receding gums…
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Good Dental Hygiene Gives You Better Overall Health

March 20th, 2018

What do you think of when you hear the term dental or oral hygiene? Brushing and flossing tend to come to mind, since that is what the terms imply. What you might not know, however, is that good dental hygiene involves much more than just your mouth. That’s the tip of the iceberg … just…
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What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?

March 13th, 2018

Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they are protected from plaque build-up and decay early on. Dr. Jennifer Splitt and our staff recommend sealants as a preventive measure for children before any…
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Natural Ways to Soothe a Toothache

March 6th, 2018

Toothaches can come in many different forms, but no matter which, they’re always uncomfortable. Dr. Jennifer Splitt and our team want you to know there are simple ways to cure this common problem. Toothaches can be caused by infections, gum diseases, teeth grinding, trauma, or having an abnormal bite. Several symptoms may become noticeable when…
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