We all know that our teeth are important and that we need to take care of them. But what many people do not know are all of the fun facts that exist concerning dental care and our teeth in general. So, whether you are genuinely curious or are looking to beef up your fact database
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Toothpaste is a necessity for good oral care and hygiene and it is almost an afterthought in today’s modern world. Most of us take it for granted and don’t think much about it other than when the tube runs out and it’s time to buy more. And even then, most people don’t put much thought
read moreAs we age, wear and tear take a toll on our teeth each and every day. Thankfully, you have the power to greatly reduce the effects and protect your teeth for years to come. Anyone over the age of 55 needs to pay extra close attention to their daily oral care routine. Here at Comfort
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“More than 50 years ago, examinations of people entering the military showed that Americans’ teeth were in pretty bad shape. Few people took good care of their teeth. There were no guidelines for how often you should see a dentist. Many dentists focused on fixing problems rather than preventing them. Dental and health organizations decided
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Understanding the Benefits of Going Green With Your Dental Care Routine When it comes to finding natural health and beauty products, most people think about hair, skin, and maybe their nails. Few, if any, really think about their dental care when it comes to taking a more natural approach to daily care routines. However, going
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Of the approximately 150,000 dentists who are currently practicing dentistry in North America, some 80 percent have the distinction of being labeled as general dentists. Unlike specialists, who focus on a very narrow area of dental services such as dental surgery or implants/prosthetic devices, a general dentist is someone who will be able to provide
read moreWhen you see your dentist, you know the basics of what goes on: a cleaning, cavity check, maybe some x-rays, and an evaluation of your overall dental health. But there is much more behind these visits and this is what makes them so important. And it is not just your teeth and gums but the
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Grinding your teeth might not seem like a big deal- many people do it, especially when they are asleep. However, the accumulation of wear and tear this puts on the teeth and jaw can cause a range of issues, everything from damaged enamel, chipped teeth, jaw pain, and even bruxism. A periodontist near Chicago IL
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Most of us are guilty of one major sin- taking our teeth for granted. They have been there all of our lives in some way or another for the most part so we end up just assuming they will always be there and do their job with no issues or problems. I mean teeth are
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Have you ever looked at the warning labels on a tube of regular toothpaste? It is enough to make anyone second-guess the wisdom of outing that in our bodies when you read things like “Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use on children under the age of 6. If amount more than
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Facts About Fluoride Here at Comfort Care Family Dental, we’ve found that many of our patients know that fluoride is...
