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What Is the Gingival Sulcus?
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Think back to your last dental exam: Did Dr. George measure the periodontal “pockets” between your teeth and gums? You may be wondering why – and what exactly she was...
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Muscles Affected by Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
When you have temporomandibular joint disorder, you are likely all too familiar with the pain and stiffness this joint condition causes. You probably also know that the pain caused by...
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What Is a T-scan Machine?
Last modified: April 11th, 2024
Imagine if your jaw ached when you opened and closed your mouth, or sometimes you heard a telltale clicking or popping sound when you spoke or chewed food. Sometimes you...
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Spring Clean That Smile
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Spring. It’s a time of renewal and hope. The snow melts, the flowers bloom and the summer birds return to their nests. We humans celebrate by swapping our dark, heavy...
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Endurance Sports and Oral Health
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Marathons. Triathlons. Tough mudders. Whatever your endurance sport, training and performing is a major plus for your body. From your heart to your muscles to even your mental health, physical...
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Which Trendy Beverages Live Up to Their Hype?
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
If you consider yourself a bit of a foodie, you’re probably familiar with trendy drinks as well as trendy foods. Right now, beverages from rose to kombucha are having their...
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Some Like It (Too) Hot
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Some like it hot – their tea, that is. But if the findings of a new study are any indication, it may be best to let that cup of tea,...
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Is That Chipped Tooth Worth Repairing?
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Over time, our teeth can become worn down and the edges softened. This is normal wear and tear on teeth, and it can happen no matter what we eat –...
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What Is Gum Recontouring?
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Do you have a “gummy” smile? Do your gums cover your teeth unevenly? Do you feel like your teeth are too small or your gums cover too much of your...
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Preventing TMJ Disorder Begins in Childhood
Last modified: August 5th, 2020
Do you or a loved one suffer from the debilitating joint condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder (or TMJ disorder for short)? Do you have young children with either crooked...
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