These four pillars or keys to oral health will be heard repeatedly in the office: 1) Brush Twice daily Gentle and thorough Soft or extra soft brush Emphasis on cleaning at the gumline 2) Floss Effectively cleaning betwen your teeth Once per day before bedtime A variety of tools available. Our favorite is a WaterPik. […]
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Chewing bamboo for 12 hours a day requires sound teeth. So when 23-year-old giant panda Bai Yun chipped her tooth, officials at the San Diego zoo sprang into action. The bear’s broken lower canine was x-rayed so veterinarians could assess the extent of the damage. Fortunately, the tooth’s nerve tissue was intact; a root canal […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’re the athletic type — or if your child plays sports — you probably know that wearing a mouthguard is a proven method of preventing dental injuries. Now, evidence is mounting that this essential piece of protective gear can also help prevent concussions — and the mouthguard that works best is the one that’s […]