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5 Biting Reasons Implants are Superior to Bridge Work
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: Jun. 19, 2017.
If you’re an adult with a tooth that must be extracted, you’ve probably heard about these two tooth replacement solutions: dental implants and bridgework. At Boise’s Lowry Dental, we believe
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Are You Brushing Your Teeth All Wrong?
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: May 31, 2017.
Whatever your tooth brushing habits were as a kid you probably just continued on, despite recommendations you may have received from your dentist.
But that layer of grit you feel when
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The Pros and Cons of Chewing Gum
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: May 25, 2017.
Millions of people around the world constantly chew gum, consuming about 500,000 tons every year.
Habitual gum chewers rely on gum for aesthetics, stress relief, fresh breath, or all of the above
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The Link Between Oral Health And Stress
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: May 17, 2017.
Stress commonly plays a role sometime during the day for everyone. But did you know stress can actually affect your oral health?
For many people stress is a part of each
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How Rich is Your Family's Tooth Fairy?
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: May 10, 2017.
Tips for parents when determining the going rate for teeth from the Tooth Fairy.
What’s the value of a lost tooth at your house – and have you ever forked over
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What You Need to Know About Dental Insurance
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: Apr. 24, 2017.
Millions of Americans don't have access to a dental plan, approximately 36% of the population according to the National Association of Dental Plans (NADP.) Of the 64% that has dental
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Improved Technology, Better Dentistry
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: Apr. 19, 2017.
People are usually not thrilled about going to the dentist. But for those who have been avoiding getting the dental care they urgently need, this advanced technology can make a huge difference in
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Dentures and Dementia: Memory Loss & Dental Health
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: Apr. 10, 2017.
Unfortunately, people who suffer from any of dementia's cruel disorders struggle with relationships, memory loss, and the execution of many daily tasks. In many cases, the first daily tasks affected
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Being Afraid of the Dentist is a Worry of the Past
Author:
Lowry Dental Editor
posted: Apr. 03, 2017.
From a young age, many people learn about the common fear of dentists, and often develop the fear themselves. But, in reality, there is no longer any reason for patients to
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The Truth About Flossing: Why It Absolutely Still Matters
Author:
Adam -
posted: Mar. 27, 2017.
For years, you have heard your dentist tell you “you need to floss and brush twice a day.” Last summer, you may have found out that a study questions whether
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Teeth Whitening Methods for Cosmetic Dentistry
Author:
Adam -
posted: Mar. 20, 2017.
People with stained teeth can relate to the pain of feeling like the person in front of them is staring at their teeth the entire time. Some people are born
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Why a Dental Implant?
Author:
Adam -
posted: Mar. 13, 2017.
When people think about treatment options for various dental conditions, the dental implant often gets overlooked. Some patients might fear the idea of having a false tooth permanently placed. Other
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How to Encourage Children to Floss
Author:
Adam -
posted: Mar. 06, 2017.
Anyone who has spent any time as a parent or a babysitter understands that getting kids to brush their teeth is hard. They won't sit still, make a mess of
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Are your gums trying to tell you something?
Author:
Adam -
posted: Feb. 27, 2017.
Plaque on the teeth is unsightly as well as dangerous to your oral health and can wreak havoc in other areas of your body’s system. A dentist might be the
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Teaching Children to Brush and Floss Independently
Author:
Adam -
posted: Feb. 20, 2017.
From the moment your child gets that first tooth, brushing should become a daily routine. It’s recommended that you use a child’s brush and a small grain of fluoride paste
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Dental Problems Can Affect a Person's Overall Health
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Karl -
posted: Feb. 16, 2017.
Medical science now recognizes a link between good oral health and the overall health of the body. The health of the body is threatened when bad bacteria grow to the
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