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Tag: Flossing

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Dental Care

Discover This Three-Step Routine for Great Oral Hygiene

We all want that coveted sparkling clean smile with gleaming white teeth. So how do we get it? There are plenty of products that promise

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June 27, 2021
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Dental Education

Should I Brush Or Floss First?

You may perform brush and floss every day, but which should you do first? The dental team at Parkcrest Dental Group will explain if one

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August 24, 2019
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FAQ

Why You Shouldn’t Use Toothpicks

Eating foods like corn on the cob, popcorn, and poppy seeds can land you with a piece of food stuck in your teeth. While your

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February 25, 2019
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Dental Products

Why You Should Floss

You’ve probably heard it a million times for your dentist, but we’re going to go ahead and say it one more time: Flossing. Is. Important.

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December 27, 2018
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Dental Education

Tips For Flossing With Braces

Many lifestyle changes must be made when you have braces, from the type of food you eat to the time you spend caring for your

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November 26, 2018
Dental Education

Parkcrest Dental: A Brief History of Dental Floss

Dental floss is considered a key element in proper oral hygiene. Yet, according to the ADA, only about 12% of Americans floss daily. This number

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October 6, 2018
Dental Education

Teach Your Child to Floss with the Pediatric Dentistry Team

Flossing is a key part of a healthy oral hygiene routine. However, many people don’t realize that it is just as important for their children’s

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August 27, 2018
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Dental Education

Parkcrest Dental Group: Which Flossing Tool is Right for You?

We’ve all seen the countless types, styles, and brands of toothbrushes out in store aisles, but did you know you have options when it comes

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June 23, 2018
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Dental Education

Parkcrest Dental Group – Guide to Flossing

Flossing is an important part of your daily dental hygiene routine, but the professional dentistry team at Parkcrest Dental Group knows that far too few

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May 1, 2018
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