Lasers are becoming an increasingly popular method to treat many medical conditions and health concerns. From cosmetic procedures to the removal of overgrown gum tissue, the uses for laser treatments are endless. The dental industry is beginning to use laser therapy treatments more and more often. While in the past many problems were treated with […]
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For kids, a loose tooth is no big deal. In fact, discovering a loose tooth is exciting. When kids lose their baby teeth, it’s a good thing. This means that there will be space for their adult teeth to grow in. But when an adult has a loose tooth, that’s a whole other story. When
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If you have a chronic illness, you likely have many uncomfortable symptoms that impact your life on a day-to-day basis. While you’re aware of all of these, did you know that your dental issues could be caused by your chronic illness, as well? The connection between oral health and the rest of the body
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As the dental field advances, new, more advanced procedures are being developed. These procedures provide new ways to treat conditions, but many of them are high-risk. This poses a problem for the dental field. While new procedures can change the field entirely, a few key questions arise. Who should be allowed to perform the procedures?
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Do you wish your teeth were whiter? If so, you’re not alone. The teeth whitening industry was worth $3.2 billion dollars in 2017. You can whiten your teeth with at home bleaching strips or at your dentist. Either way, you’re likely to be left with a much whiter smile that you’ll want to show off.
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It’s no secret that smiling makes you happier, but how does it affect your overall well-being? Smiling releases chemicals, endorphins, that not only make you feel happier but also improve your health. The effect of the endorphins is similar to exercise. It boosts your mood, gives you more energy, and makes you happier. Smiling also
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What are your teeth trying to tell you? Your oral health can be indicative of issues affecting other parts of your body. Bacteria is most commonly found in your mouth. A healthy immune system will dispel the bacteria found in your mouth preventing it from causing other issues. So while it’s important to maintain good
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Any kind of tooth pain can be alarming and uncomfortable. Going to the dentist is not something that most people enjoy, but it can be challenging for them to find the source of pain themselves. Tooth pain can mean different things. It’s best to go to the dentist and have the problem addressed before it
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Technology is everywhere. Advancements in technology from machine learning to artificial intelligence to big data are everywhere. Changing technology affects all industries making work, shopping, and even healthcare more easier. From smart watches that monitor your heart rate and remind you to breathe, to devices that can read off your grocery list and order pizza,
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The importance of regular exercise is no secret. In fact, you would be hard pressed to go a day without seeing a commercial on tv, an advertisement online, or even an email in your inbox, that doesn’t encourage working out. There are endless benefits to going to the gym regularly. You can lose weight, gain
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