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Tag: Dental Care

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Dental Care

5 Habits That Are Harming Your Teeth

Good dental hygiene is crucial when practicing dental care. However, the positive things you’re doing for your teeth may not be making a difference if

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February 22, 2019
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Dental Education

Is Chewing Gum Bad for You?

We’ve all been there: You’re about to go in for a job interview or a first date, but your breath smells. What should you do?

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December 5, 2018
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Dental Products

What Are Tongue Scrapers? How Do You Use One?

When brushing your teeth your probably brush your tongue as well with a toothbrush. Did you know there’s actually a better way to brush your

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October 11, 2018
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Dental Care

How to Keep Your Tongue Healthy

When it comes to maintaining good oral hygiene, there’s more to it than just brushing your teeth. One of the most important parts of oral

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September 28, 2018
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Pediatric

How to Help Make Pediatric Dental Care Fun for Kids – Part 1

Kids are often nervous about the dentist, and that’s okay. But at Parkcrest Dental Group, our pediatric dental care experts want to help make going

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July 30, 2018
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Dental Care

Dr. Scott’s Pediatric Team’s Guide to Toothpaste

Between the dozens of different toothpaste brands on the market, all with different flavors and features, it’s no surprise that many of our patients have

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July 23, 2018
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FAQ

Dental Insurance Advice

Choosing a dental insurance plan can be complicated. There are so many details and formulas that the actual day-to-day dollars and cents can be difficult

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July 22, 2018
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Dental Education

Our Pediatric Dentist Team Explains the Reasons Your Child’s Teeth are Sensitive

There are a number of possible reasons that your child is experiencing tooth sensitivity. In order to find out what is causing the sensitivity, there

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July 21, 2018
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Dental Products

Do I Really Need Mouthwash?

Is Mouthwash A Necessity? | Parkcrest Dental Group Mouthwash has always been a necessity on my shopping list along with toothpaste and floss, but is

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June 30, 2018
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