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The Effects of Sleep Apnea on Dental Health
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Sleep apnea is an increasingly common medical condition, and one that can have a truly devastating effect on the waking life of the sufferer. Those who suffer from the disorder
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Millions of people, around Gonzales, Louisiana and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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The Safety of Dental X-Rays
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to
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What is a crown?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
the doctor and our team at Arrington Family Dental hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth.
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all
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Charcoal Toothpaste
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
Despite the extraordinary claims made for charcoal toothpaste, most dentists think that the accuracy of these claims is a very gray area. So, what is the theory behind using activated
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Don’t Let Craze Lines Faze You
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
You’re getting ready for a night out, or you’re checking to make sure you removed every bit of spinach after eating, or you’re practicing your best selfie smile . .
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Sealants: What are they and how do they help?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
Molars are made up of canyons, caves, pits, and seemingly endless caverns that are a breeding ground for decay. The protective solution is a sealant. When done correctly, a sealant
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What are Sealants?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay
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The Effects of Biting Your Nails
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids
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Going Green for the New Year
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental
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Electric or Manual Toothbrush: Why It Does (and Doesn't) Matter
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
You live in the golden age of toothbrushes. Until a few decades people used twigs or brushes made from animal hair to clean their teeth: not very soft and none
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Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow.
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