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While it may seem tempting to skip brushing your teeth at night if you’re already comfortably lying in bed, the importance of brushing your teeth twice a day goes beyond fresh breath. Skipping brushing at night because you don’t want to get up or don’t think it’s worth it can cause major problems for your […]

We encourage our patients to include flossing in their daily oral care routines, and wanted to present some newer ways to supplement traditional flossing.

Have you ever considered that the sports guard you or your family use may not be offering the best protection? We cover the types of guards available and some additional features that can make wearing your mouth guard more enjoyable.

The importance of oral hygiene is something even the oldest civilizations understood. Obviously there weren’t unlimited toothpaste flavors or fancy electric toothbrushes readily available. There were, however, a broad array of creative solutions used throughout history.

You may have heard that some foods can harm your teeth, but did you know there are foods that can help your teeth or gums as well?

According to a report released by the CDC, “school-age children without sealants have almost three times more cavities than children with sealants.” Sealants on teeth help keep food particles and bacteria from settling into your teeth just as a raincoat keeps you dry in a storm.

Our teeth are extremely useful tools. But how much do you actually know about those 32 pearly whites? Our Cary dentist offers a few fun dental facts.

There’s been lots of headlines lately questioning the need to floss, based on an Associated Press article “Medical Benefits of Floss Unproven.” But DON’T go ditching your dental floss just yet. The American Academy of Dentists and the American Academy of Periodontology, our nation’s largest dental professional associations, are strongly cautioning the public not to take the headlines and run with them.

As we say farewell to 2015, don’t forget to take advantage of your dental insurance benefits! It’s the end of the year, so you’ve a limited time to get your money’s worth of your dental insurance. You’ve been paying your monthly premiums all month long, so you deserve to reap the benefits for your dental health!

It’s that time of year again! While there’s nothing wrong with a little Thanksgiving indulgence, you should keep in mind the foods that could seriously damage your enamel and teeth during the holiday season.