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How to Make Teeth Whitening Last Longer

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Well, you finally did it. You went to the dentist for some in-office whitening, and your teeth have never looked better! Suddenly, all you want to do is show off those pearly whites – and everyone around you is loving the new, grinning you. So… how can you make sure your smile STAYS bright? Unfortunately, … Continued

At-Home Aligners: Are They Worth It?

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If you’ve spent any time online over the past few years, you’ve probably seen ads for at-home aligners. These products offer a cheap and easy way to get a beautiful smile – without ever having to visit a dentist! It seems too good to be true… and unfortunately, it is. As at-home aligner companies have … Continued

4 Worst Things for Your Teeth

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92% of adults have cavities even though they are preventable. According to a survey by the CDC, this number of people between 20 and 64 have had tooth decay. It seems there is no shortage of ways to damage your teeth. Here are some of the worst things for your teeth. 1. Lollipops and Mints … Continued

Tips for Good Oral Health from your Family Dentist

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Ideally, children should have their first visit to the dentist within 6 months of growing their first tooth. At any rate, it should be before their first birthday according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. A good family dentist will also tell you this. Still, most parents choose not to observe this guideline. They … Continued

Invisalign vs. Traditional Braces

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The path to a straighter smile has more roads than ever these days. Even as recently as a few decades ago, teeth straightening was a luxury reserved for the wealthy elites and required years of expensive orthodontic work. In recent decades, the cost of braces has dropped significantly, and donning braces has become almost a … Continued

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