In the earliest stages of oral cancer, many of the symptoms may be mistaken as benign or stemming from other problems. The main issue is whether the symptoms persist over weeks or months. As with any other type of cancer, catching oral cancer in the earliest stages is ideal for getting the best treatment options.…
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Dental plaque affects everyone. No matter how carefully you brush your teeth, it forms again after a while. Without attention, it develops into tartar. This makes a visit to your local dentist necessary. Here’s how to get rid of plaque the right way. Sticky Plaque Leads to Teeth Yellowing Learning how to get rid of…
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Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral available in water from rivers, streams, lakes, inside the ground, and oceans. Research has proven that this mineral helps reduce cavities in people of all ages. But even more importantly, it can help repair tooth decay in its early stages, before you realize you have a cavity. Fluoride treatment…
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You used to be so proud of your white smile. Recently, you’ve noticed that your teeth started to yellow. On photos, it’s glaringly obvious. Why are my teeth yellow, and what can I do about it? Why are my Teeth Yellow? Yellowing can occur when something stains a tooth’s enamel. Cases in point are coffee,…
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One in three children and one in five adults grind their teeth and clench their jaws as part of a condition called bruxism. This nighttime activity occurs as they sleep, causing painful symptoms, poor sleep, and dental damage. If you or someone you love grind or clench your teeth at night, your dentist can help.…
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Cavities form when tooth decay creates minute holes in the tooth’s enamel. They’re surprisingly common. In fact, even infants with the first set of baby teeth can get them. Do you know how to prevent cavities? How Cavities Develop Before figuring out how to prevent cavities, let’s talk about what they are. In simplest terms,…
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