Teeth grinding is a problem that is quite common. It happens to everyone at least occasionally. If it’s just now and then, teeth grinding (official term: “Bruxism”) does not usually cause too much damage to your mouth, jaw or teeth. But if you grind your teeth regularly, you may be hurting your teeth and causing
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It can be an uphill battle trying to keep your teeth white, especially with some of the more popular foods and drinks that are offered. If you’re constantly trying to keep those pearly whites pearly white, maybe take a look at some of the foods in your pantry and refrigerator. And remember, a good rule
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Watch out for those Sugarplums! There’s a pretty good chance that your kids aren’t dreaming about Toothpaste and Floss this holiday season . . . it’s those darn Sugar Plums dancing in their heads! Those sweet treats are hard to resist, but there are actually ways to keep your kids dental health on the nice
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. . . but something everyone should know about. Did you know that every time you . . . um . . . flush the toilet, your commode emits a minuscule spray of water? Can you possibly take a guess at what is IN that fine, yet mighty mist of water? You shouldn’t have to
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How often do YOU worry about your oral health? What about that of your family? Would you change your mind and place more importance on it if we told you that over 85 percent of the population suffers from Periodontal Disease? And that doesn’t just include tooth decay and gum disease. Some conditions are much
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A common questions new parents ask is “When should I start taking my child to the dentist?” The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry say the first visit should be around the time the child turns one year old. Most Pediatricians agree. Many times parents are surprised that a dentist would want to see a patient
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With all the commercials, branding and aisles full of different toothpastes at your local drug store, how do you know which is the right one to use? With Whitening agents? With Tarter Control? With Baking Soda? With Mouth Wash? Some people make their preference from the choices above. Others by price. And others by what
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C & C has always stood for Comprehensive and Cosmetic Dentistry. And we continue to stand diligently by our work as we are devoted to restoring, enhancing and maintaining the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures. We remain proud to offer full service family and cosmetic dentistry services. But what about services beyond
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When thinking of orthodontics, most of us think about those days in middle and high school when we walked around with an awkward smile. Why didn’t those teeth just come in straight so we didn’t have to go through the pains? But even later in life, teeth just don’t seem to want to line up
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Health issues often lead people to a vegetarian diet, with concerns over fat and cholesterol motivating people to consume no animal products. Other reasons also compel people to follow the vegetarian diet. While these type diets can lead to a healthier life, they can also impact our teeth and oral health. Eliminating certain foods can
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