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Teeth Grinding Can Damage Your Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Grinding of the teeth, also known as bruxism, is a serious condition from which nearly ten percent of Americans suffer. It’s a mechanical reflex that often happens during slumber. Unfortunately,
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Millions of people, around DOTHAN, Alabama and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
When patients of Dandridge Dental hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the term dental
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What are dental implants?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
Do you have a space where a tooth used to be? Were you born with a missing tooth? Are you getting ready for dentures? You may be a good candidate
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth
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Happy Gums, Happy Heart!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Medical doctors and dental health professionals, like the doctor, have debated over the connection (or lack thereof) between gum disease and heart disease. While there still is no unanimous consensus
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Electric or Manual Toothbrush: Why It Does (and Doesn't) Matter
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
You live in the golden age of toothbrushes. Until a few decades people used twigs or brushes made from animal hair to clean their teeth: not very soft and none
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Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we've had plenty of time to
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When should a filling be replaced?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal
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Going Green for the New Year
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to
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New Year's Day Around the World
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary
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The Consequences of Sports and Energy Drinks
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
They’re refreshing and tasty. They’re easy to find and pretty cheap. They help us get through a long day or a long workout. They’re everywhere.
We know it’s hard to say
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Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun.
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Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay
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