For those suffering from bad breath conditions such as halitosis, it is hard to cope with knowing that their partners, co-workers, and friends can be affected by their breath, too. We will explore some unique oral hygiene options as well as foods you can eat that can greatly reduce, and even cure, the cause of bad breath for some!
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Let’s Talk Spit
When you were young, you probably appreciated saliva for its unique property used for grossing other kids out. Spit was handy when spitting, drooling, or simply storing up in your mouth for an undefined later use. By now, most of us have outgrown spitting for entertainment. We still have saliva, so what’s it for?
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Dental Implants vs. Bridges: Which is Best?
As we explored in an earlier post, losing teeth as an adult can be detrimental to your health. From decreased confidence to changing your diet because you can’t eat certain foods to your jawbone deteriorating because the tooth root is no longer there, your wellbeing is affected in many ways. However, you have options when it comes to replacing missing teeth, including dental implants and bridges.
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Make a Great First Impression with Your Smile
Bear with me a minute. I need to set the stage for you.
First Impressions
First impressions are more important than you might think. Whether it’s a job interview, or a meeting with colleagues, or even a neighborhood gathering, people base their initial impression based on appearance. That judgment will affect those relationships as you move forward. They are judging a book by its cover…or you by your smile. Not necessarily fair, but you probably do it, too.
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A Healthy Mouth = A Healthy Body
There will always be people who do only enough oral hygiene to get by. Young adults are often the culprits of the “one swipe and done” toothbrushing method, but there are some adults out there who don’t take the time for thorough cleaning either. Aside from bad breath (we know about your stash of breath mints), you’re risking a whole lot more.
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Don’t Skip The Floss!
Don’t Skip The Floss!
“How often do you floss?” For some, it’s the most cringe-worthy question you hear from your dentist or dental hygienist. Don’t worry; we’re not here to scold you for your flossing schedule, but instead give you insight on how flossing is essential to your dental health, not to mention your overall wellbeing.
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The Effects of Sugar On Teeth
When you think of the holidays, it usually starts with family, friends, and food. We would bet that most people take a step back from their regular diet and indulge a little more on the salty and sugary foods than usual. Hey, we’re not here to judge! But we wanted to inform you of the effects of sugar on your teeth and how it can impact your dental health. Children are especially drawn to all the sweet treats, like cookies, pies, and cakes, which is why it’s important to teach kids proper dental habits early in life to reduce the risk of cavities.
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How To Get Your Children To Brush & Floss
Dental health and oral hygiene are the last things on a child’s mind. Because of that, it can be challenging to get them to perform the simplest tasks to keep their teeth and gums healthy. Brushing and flossing regularly between bi-annual dental exams can set children up for a lifetime of great dental habits. We’ve already touched on why it’s important for children to see a dentist as early as when their first tooth pops through. So how can parents instill these habits into their children? Read on and find out!
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Five Signs of a Healthy Mouth
There are many contributing factors to achieving a healthy and radiant smile. At Dobbs & Adkins, DMD, LLC, we’re always searching for new ways to deliver the best dental care to you and your family. During each visit, we are looking for these five indicators of good dental health and base our recommendations on our findings.
Amalgam vs. Composite Fillings
Why More Dentists are Offering Alternatives to Metal Fillings
Many dentists are beginning to offer more composite (white) fillings compared to the traditional amalgam (metal) fillings, but why? Both types have their pros and cons and it really depends on the treatment plan and the individual patient’s dental needs and goals. However, one of the main reasons composite fillings are becoming more popular is because of flexibility.
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