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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 10, 2022.
Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 03, 2022.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for
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A Prescription for Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 26, 2022.
You and your dentist are essential partners in making sure you have the best dental care. You do your part by eating a tooth-healthy diet, brushing and flossing as recommended,
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Earth Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 19, 2022.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first
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The Purpose of a Dental Crown
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 12, 2022.
A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 05, 2022.
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge
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Oral Health Problems: An indicator of overall health problems?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 29, 2022.
If you are like many people, you might think of your oral health as separate from your overall health. After all, most dental coverage plans are distinct from health care
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Plaque Attack? Let’s Fight Back!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 22, 2022.
Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque
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St. Patrick's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 15, 2022.
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who
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Need Another Reason to Stop Biting Your Nails?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 08, 2022.
Painful nails and cuticles, ruined manicures, reluctance to shake hands—there are so many good reasons to overcome the nail biting habit. But did you know that biting your nails is
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 01, 2022.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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I’ve lost a filling; now what?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
Dental fillings usually protect our teeth, but sometimes they need to be protected, too. If you lose a filling, contact our Boise, Idaho office immediately and let us advise you
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Famous Dentists in History
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well,
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The Start of Valentine’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time
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February is Heart Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than
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