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May 19, 2020
Harness the Power of your Smile for National Smile Month
Dental Health
Use National Smile Month in June to improve your understanding of the connection between our mouth and body and power of our smiles!
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May 8, 2020
What to Expect at Your Next Dental Visit
Dental Health
The next time you go to the dentist, you may have a new experience because of COVID-19. Offices are taking extra measures to keep you and your family safe. Here are some things that may happen before and during your next visit.
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Apr. 1, 2020
Brushing and Flossing with Arthritis Pain
Dental Health
Learn the connection between oral health and joint inflammation, plus how to brush and floss with arthritis.
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Mar. 26, 2020
What Is a Dental Emergency?
Dental Health
The COVID-19 global health crisis has affected practically every part of everyday life, including your scheduled dentist visit. In March 2020, the federal and state agencies recommended that dentists treat only emergency dental cases and reschedule all other appointments until further notice to protect patients and dental office staff.
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Mar. 17, 2020
Why Do Cavities Hurt?
Dental Health
Why do cavities hurt? We break down what cavities are, what causes the pain and how to treat your cavities. It's important to understand why cavities hurt.
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Feb. 21, 2020
The Impact of Tooth Loss in Adulthood and How to Avoid It
Dental Health
Think dentures in old age are no big deal? Learn what the impacts of tooth loss are and how they can impact your health and happiness.
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Feb. 19, 2020
Oral Health Questions Answered
Dental Health
Take care of your dental health and your teeth, gums and smile will take care of you! Healthy teeth and gums are important for chewing, speaking clearly, feeling confident and more. With so many roles, it’s important to prioritize your dental health. However, what are the most important questions to ask your dentist? To learn those questions, and the answers, we spoke with Dr. Jeffrey Chaffin, vice president and dental director at Delta Dental of Iowa.
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Feb. 5, 2020
Ease Dental Anxiety with Your Kids
Dental Health
It’s important to ease dental anxiety in patients of all ages to encourage them to regularly go to the dentist.
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Jan. 28, 2020
The Love Connection Between Heart and Oral Health
Dental Health
The love connection between the heart and oral health is the talk of your teeth. See how poor oral health leads to poor heart health and more.
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Jan. 14, 2020
All Day Tooth Decay | Why Your Favorite Snacks Are Ruining Your Smile
Dental Health
The foods that cause tooth decay aren’t limited to sugars and sweets. Knowing other foods that cause tooth decay can help you make better choices for your oral and overall health.
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Dec. 31, 2019
What Causes White Spots on Teeth?
Dental Health
There are a variety of reasons for why white spots appear on teeth. Click here to learn more.
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Dec. 17, 2019
Can Receding Gums Grow Back Naturally?
Dental Health
A receding gum line can’t grow back, but it can be prevented. Learn more about what causes our gums to recede.
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Oct. 30, 2019
Holiday Foods that Bring the Gift of Cavities
Dental Health
If you’re adding these holiday food favorites to your list, keep in mind they are holiday foods that cause cavities and opt for a low sugar version.
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Sep. 17, 2019
The Dental Care Approach Is Not the same as Health Care: Preventive vs Restorative Approaches
Dental Health
Preventive dental care is as important as preventive health care, but we don’t hear about it nearly as often.
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Jul. 9, 2019
Vaping and Dental Surgery
Dental Health
E-cigarettes and vapes make it more difficult for us to heal after dental surgery. Click to learn why.
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Jun. 25, 2019
Restoration vs Dentures – How Will My Dentures Look?
Dental Health
Dentures are an alternative many older adults turn to when tooth loss becomes a reality. Get all the details on how dentures can impact your appearance at the beginning of the process and as a long-time denture wearer.
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