92% of adults have had cavities in their permanent teeth. However, many patients still have questions about cavities, their treatment, and prevention.
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How to Begin 2017 with a Solid Dental Routine [Free Download]
Set yourself up for success with these three tips for establishing a good dental routine and keeping your smile healthy for 2017 and beyond.
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Protect Your Smile by Checking for These 6 Signs of Gum Disease
Gum disease is one of the least noticeable yet most common oral conditions worldwide. Given gum disease’s potentially serious yet invisible signs, how can you protect yourself from losing your smile? Gum disease is no laughing matter. Millions of Americans are...
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What to Expect During Your Dental Appointment [Infographic]
Has it been a while since your last dental appointment? If so, you’re not alone! According to the CDC, only 64% of adults have had a dental visit within the past year. However, a dental checkup and cleaning can have vast benefits for your oral health as well as your...
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Flossing: Important or Not? [Infographic]
There has recently been some controversy over the importance of flossing – is flossing really necessary to maintain healthy teeth? Despite conflicting reports, dentists defend keeping flossing a priority. Don’t toss your floss into the trash just yet...
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Overcoming Dental Anxiety – Never Fear The Dentist Again
Are you afraid of the dentist? Have you ever put off dental work because of some form of dental anxiety? If so, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 3 out of 4 people have at least some fear of going to the dentist! For millions, their fears extend beyond...
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What Type of Floss Should I Use?
When you walk down the oral care aisle at your local drugstore, you might be completely overwhelmed by the extensive array of floss options! Unwaxed, waxed, tape, flavored, unflavored, picks…how do you choose the right floss for you? Is one type better or more...
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7 Reasons Your Teeth Might Hate You – and What You Can Do About It
You take a sip of your latte, only to be reminded of the sharp pain you’ve been experiencing in your teeth. Hot drinks, cold drinks, even the biting winter air in Centennial seems to set it off. This may make you ask your dentist in Centennial: What’s causing this...
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How We Put Your Dental Fears to Rest at Homestead Dental
Let’s be real here: We know that visiting the dentist can be something that makes many patients nervous. Research shows that 20% of individuals who experience severe anxiety will only go to the dentist if absolutely necessary. However, regular dental checkups are...
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Why Dental Checkups Could Save Your Life
You’ve been putting off your dental checkup. Your schedule is crazy and it keeps slipping your mind. Your teeth look fine, so it’s not a big deal, right? Actually, putting off those dental checkups could be putting you at risk for gum disease even if you don’t see any...