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May the Force Be With You: Dark Drinks and Your Smile

August 25, 2015 Delta Dental of Idaho

Some of your beverage choices can be bad choices for your teeth. Try some of these tooth-friendly alternatives!

Starbucks offers more than 80,000 drink options -- And that’s just one store chain! From coffee shops to supermarkets, thousands of beverage choices surround us everyday. There’s a drink for every time and occasion. It’s no surprise then that we struggle to choose the best … [Read more...]

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There’s Something in the Water: Swimming Pools and Your Teeth

July 23, 2015 Delta Dental of Idaho

Chlorine might not be your teeth’s best friend, but don’t let pool chemicals prevent you from diving in!

Cannonball! From workouts to water slides, pools provide endless hours of splashes and smiles. It’s no secret that most pools contain chlorine, a chemical used to kill germs. You might be surprised to learn chlorine can cause more than itchy eyes and green-tinted hair. Pool … [Read more...]

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Acid Reflux and Your Teeth

October 2, 2012 Delta Dental of Idaho

Ever experience a painful burning sensation radiating from inside the chest? Well, that’s good old heartburn. And persistent symptoms, more than twice weekly, may be a sign of acid reflux (officially Gastroesophogeal Reflux Disease, or GERD). However, not everyone with GERD … [Read more...]

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Don’t Leave Your Teeth at Alive After Five

August 16, 2012 Delta Dental of Idaho

Heading out with friends or coworkers for a drink after work is nothing new. It is a great way to network and build relationships as well as blow off some steam. However, drinking alcohol, especially in larger amounts, not only affects our overall health but our oral health as … [Read more...]

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