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  • Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth

    From K-Cups and cold brew to macchiatos and Americanos, caffeine fiends are committed to their … Continue Reading…

    Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth
  • Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined

    Why does mouthwash burn? If you're one of the many who feel a sting when they swig, you're not … Continue Reading…

    Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined
  • Most Common Oral Health Problems 

    Misaligned bites, broken teeth, and mouth ulcers are just a few of the oral health problems people … Continue Reading…

    Most Common Oral Health Problems 
  • How to Prioritize Your Oral Health for Oral Health Month

    Did you know June is Oral Health Month? Taking care of your oral health doesn’t need to be … Continue Reading…

    How to Prioritize Your Oral Health for Oral Health Month
  • The Silent Health Assassin | Periodontal, Gum Disease Attacks the Whole Body

    In the past, many people separated the health of their mouths from the health of their bodies. … Continue Reading…

    The Silent Health Assassin | Periodontal, Gum Disease Attacks the Whole Body
  • Why Dental Insurance?

    You wouldn’t drive a car without car insurance. You can’t purchase a home without home insurance. … Continue Reading…

    Why Dental Insurance?
  • Heart Health and Dental Disease

    Your heart does more than beat faster when you see your loved ones; it pumps blood to all the … Continue Reading…

    Heart Health and Dental Disease

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Does coffee stain your teeth? Coffee contains tannins, an ingredient that causes coffee's color to stick to your smile.

Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth

May 20, 2021

From K-Cups and cold brew to macchiatos and Americanos, caffeine fiends are committed to their coffee. We all know those early morning yawns are … [read more]

Learn the difference between cosmetic mouthwash and therapeutic mouthwash, and learn how ingredients like alcohol and menthol can make mouthwash burn.

Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined

November 6, 2019

Why does mouthwash burn? If you're one of the many who feel a sting when they swig, you're not alone. The minty fresh mouth you get as soon as you … [read more]

Learn about some of the most common oral health problems people have and ways to prevent them.

Most Common Oral Health Problems 

May 30, 2023

Misaligned bites, broken teeth, and mouth ulcers are just a few of the oral health problems people face. However, some oral health problems are more … [read more]

To maintain your oral health, pay attention to your diet, keep a consistent oral health routine, only use your teeth for chewing, wear protective oral health gear when needed, and visit your dentist regularly.

How to Prioritize Your Oral Health for Oral Health Month

May 30, 2023

Did you know June is Oral Health Month? Taking care of your oral health doesn’t need to be difficult. Simple changes in your everyday life can help … [read more]

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Why have dental insurance? Learn how dental insurance can protect your oral health and reduce dental care costs.

Why Dental Insurance?

May 30, 2023

You wouldn’t drive a car without car insurance. You can’t purchase a home without home insurance. Why wouldn’t … [read more]

There are many reasons people fear the dentist. The good news is there are many solutions to help ease anxiety during dental appointments. Learn more about the most common fears of the dentist and ways to make your experience comfortable.

Reasons People Fear the Dentist and the Truth Behind Them

April 25, 2023

Does the idea of going to the dentist make you nervous? You’re not alone! Many people experience dental … [read more]

Dental anxiety in children is common. However, getting them comfortable with the dentist is important for their oral health today and in the future. Check out our favorite tips to ease dental anxiety with your kids.

Ease Dental Anxiety with Your Kids

March 31, 2023

One of the most important ways to keep your kid cavity-free is to see the dentist regularly. Routine checkups … [read more]

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