Preventing Tooth Infection

Getting to the Root of a Major Health Issue A tooth infection starts simply enough from a cavity or by gingivitis (mild gum disease). Both conditions are easily treatable by your dentist, but if left unchecked can become serious health problems that can spread beyond complications in your mouth. Untreated cavities in a tooth will…

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Gingivitis? Keep It Out of Your Mouth!

This Form of Periodontal Disease Can Lead to Inflammation and Infection…And Worse Gingivitis is a word that many people have heard, but not a lot of people know what it is or why you don’t want it in your mouth. Why? Because gingivitis is a form of periodontal disease that produces inflammation and infection that…

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What Are the 10 Biggest Causes of Sensitive Teeth?

Tooth Pain Can Affect Your Eating, Drinking, and Breathing Habits Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common complaints among dental patients. When you have sensitive teeth, certain activities, such as brushing, flossing, eating and drinking, can cause sharp, temporary pain in your teeth. Sensitive teeth are typically the result of worn tooth enamel or…

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Beating Bad Breath

Are You Among the More Than 80 Million People Who Suffer? Bad breath (also known as halitosis or malodor) can be embarrassing and tough on those around you. Some people don’t realize their breath could peel paint because others are afraid to tell them. You don’t have to distance the people around you with smelly…

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Do You Floss Like a Boss?

Using Proper Techniques Are Important if You Want to Floss Effectively Techniques for Taking Care of Teeth and Gums. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends flossing at least once a day to help remove plaque from the areas between your teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach. This is important because plaque that is not removed…

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Where to Catch July 4th Fun and Fireworks

Independence Day Explodes Over the Twin Cities Almost every suburb and city has a Fourth of July celebration of some kind, but a few stand out as having top-notch festivals and fireworks shows. No matter what side of the Mississippi river you’re on, there’s an event in your area that commemorates the holiday in grand…

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