All Dental Fillings Are Not Created Equal

A Guide to Options in Tooth Filling Materials Most of us know that when you visit your dental office with a cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and then “fill” the area on the tooth where the decayed material was removed. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth…

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The Ugly Truth About Your Toothbrush

Your toothbrush may be nastier than you think. Find out when to ditch it. As you reach for your toothbrush each morning, you may not realize what’s hanging out on its bristles. Toothbrushes can become contaminated with oral microbial organisms whenever they are placed in the mouth, says Sharon Cooper, PhD., a clinical associate professor…

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Is Bruxism Damaging Your Health?

Grinding Your Teeth Bruxism Can Lead to a Host of Oral Health Issues Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. Occasional teeth grinding, medically called bruxism, does not usually cause harm, but when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other oral health complications can arise. Why…

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