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Tag: Foods

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Dental Implants

Eat the Right Foods After Oral Surgery for the Best Results

Whether you’ve recently had your wisdom teeth removed or undergone a more extensive dental procedure, it’s important to take care of your oral health during

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November 4, 2023
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Dental Education

How Vitamin D Benefits Your Oral Health

It is very likely that you have heard about how important it is to brush and floss regularly with good technique. Your oral health depends

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December 28, 2019
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Dental Care

How Long After Eating Ice Cream Should I Brush My Teeth?

While it’s still warm out, giving in to temptation for some ice cream from Andy’s or a trip to Pineapple Whip is completely understandable. We

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October 25, 2019
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Dental Care

Best Organic Foods For Teeth You Can Find In Springfield, MO

When it comes to keeping your teeth healthy and clean, there’s more to be done than just brushing and flossing; your diet plays an important

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October 23, 2019
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Dental Education

Best Calcium-Rich Foods For Teeth

Did you know calcium is the most plentiful mineral in the human body? Calcium is important to the health of your bones, teeth, and muscle

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August 21, 2019
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FAQ

How to Break Your Family’s Sugar Habit

Is your family always indulging in sweets? If so, you’re not alone. Sometimes it seems that we are programmed to prefer sweets. Unfortunately, too much

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August 1, 2019
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Dental Education

Common Acidic Foods That Damage Your Teeth

If your tooth enamel is weak, it’s most likely due to the consumption of highly acidic foods. While these foods may be yummy, limiting your

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July 16, 2019
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Braces

Healthy Snacks For Braces Wearers

Sometimes it can be hard to identify healthy snack options if you are a braces wearer. Certain fruits and vegetables should be avoided to help

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December 25, 2018
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FAQ

Food And Drink To Avoid Teeth Staining

When you think of one of the most beautiful smiles you’ve ever seen, you probably think of perfectly white teeth, don’t you? White teeth have

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October 9, 2018
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