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Picture that heart-stopping moment – your phone buzzes with a Facebook notification about a tagged photo. Sound familiar? Most of us know that immediate urge to check whether our smile looks just right, ready to untag anything less than perfect. Smile confidence shapes our social media behavior more than you might think. Despite rumors about […]

Dec 12

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Dental emergencies can strike at any time, leaving us feeling helpless and anxious, especially when our regular dental office is closed. Whether it’s a sudden toothache, a broken crown, or a worrying infection, the need for emergency dentistry can be both painful and stressful. Understanding what to do in these situations is crucial for managing […]

Aug 1

How-to's

Emergency Dentistry: What to Do If Your Dental Office is Closed

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Have you ever wondered, “How many teeth do adults have?” It’s a question that might pop into your head during a routine dental checkup or while flossing before bed. Understanding our dental anatomy has an impact on our overall health and well-being. After all, our teeth play a crucial role in our daily lives, from […]

Jul 25

Patient Education

How Many Teeth Do Adults Have and Why?

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Dealing with impacted wisdom teeth can be a source of significant discomfort and anxiety for many. These silent culprits often stay unnoticed until they start causing problems, making it essential to understand not only the signs of impacted wisdom teeth but also the reasons behind their removal. Impacted wisdom teeth occur when there is not […]

Jul 18

Patient Education

Impacted Wisdom Teeth: When and Why to Remove Them

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While the tongue plays a key role in our overall well-being, being central to digestion, taste, and speech, it often doesn’t get the attention it deserves in our oral hygiene routines [1]. Recognizing the importance of daily dental care, experts advocate for including tongue cleaning as a pivotal step to combat tooth decay and maintain […]

Jul 11

Healthy habits

How to Clean Your Tongue Effectively: A Step-by-Step Guide for Better Oral Hygiene

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Ever wondered, “Why does my tooth hurt when I eat something sweet?” You’re not alone. Tooth sensitivity, particularly to sweet foods, is a widespread issue, affecting up to 60% of people worldwide 2. This condition, known as dentin hypersensitivity, occurs when the dentin underneath the tooth enamel becomes exposed, a situation more prevalent among those with […]

Jul 4

Patient Education

Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Eat Something Sweet?: Unveiling Tooth Sensitivity Mysteries

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‍Image Source: Canva ‍When it comes to our oral health, teeth play a crucial role in our everyday lives. They not only help us chew and grind our food but also contribute to our ability to speak properly. But have you ever wondered how many teeth a person typically has? In this article, we will […]

Jun 27

Patient Education

Did You Know? The Fascinating World of Teeth

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Image Source: Canva Introduction Undergoing knee surgery, such as a joint replacement, is a significant medical procedure that requires careful post-operative care. One important aspect of this care is the administration of antibiotics before dental appointments. This practice aims to prevent potential complications and infections that may arise from bacteremia, the presence of bacteria in […]

Jun 20

Patient Education

Why Antibiotics are Necessary before Dental Appointments after Knee Surgery

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‍Image Source: Adobe Stock ‍As parents, watching our children grow up is an exciting journey filled with many milestones. One of these milestones is the loss of baby teeth, which marks the transition to a new phase of dental development. But when exactly do baby teeth start to fall out, and what can we expect […]

Jun 13

Patient Education

At What Age Do Baby Teeth Start to Fall? Everything You Need to Know

When Should You Start Taking Your Child to the Dentist? A Guide for Parents

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Image Source: Adobe Stock The importance of early dental care for children As a parent, you want the best for your child, and that includes taking care of their oral health. Many parents wonder when is the right time to start taking their child to the dentist. The answer is simple – the earlier, the […]

Jun 6

Patient Education

When Should You Start Taking Your Child to the Dentist? A Guide for Parents

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