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What is new in dental technology?

Are you someone who hates dental visits and hence keeps postponing them because of fear or anxiety over the sound of the dental drill or the use of needles? You ...

COMPLETE DENTAL HEALTH

All About Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are also known as pit and fissure sealants or simply fissure sealants. They are used in dental treatments to prevent tooth decay. These sealants are made of plastic ...

COMPLETE DENTAL HEALTH

How to Ensure the Best Results When You Undergo Orthodontic Treatment With Braces

At Complete Dental Health in Albany, Oregon, Dr. Wood, DDS, and Dr. Schapper, DMD, offer bespoke dental treatments using state-of-the-art tools and technologies for patients of all ages. We find ...

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A Guide to Making Your Child’s First Dentist Visit a Success

Watching little ones grow and surpass milestones each day is one of the greatest joys parents can experience. Besides watching them learn and explore the world, parents have another big ...

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Everything You Should Know About Toothache and How to Solve It

Almost every person on earth has felt a toothache at some point in their life. A toothache is a pain or soreness around the teeth and jaws. At Albany Dental ...

COMPLETE DENTAL HEALTH

What is new in dental technology? Solea Laser

Are you someone who hates dental visits and keeps postponing them because of fear or anxiety over the sound of the dental drill or the use of needles? You are ...

COMPLETE DENTAL HEALTH

Mechanical Toothbrushes. The Pros and Cons

As everyone already knows, brushing and flossing your teeth is the best way to care for teeth and gums. They help keep our mouth cavity-free and healthy by preventing the ...

COMPLETE DENTAL HEALTH

Brushing vs. Flossing

All of us know that brushing and flossing are essential to keep our teeth and gums healthy. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing your teeth for two minutes, twice ...

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Wisdom Teeth: Why Do We Have Them and Should They Be Kept or Removed

Wisdom teeth are permanent teeth that form as the third set of molars. These teeth typically erupt between the ages of 17 and 21. Just like other permanent teeth, wisdom ...

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Flossing - are there really differences in the types of floss available? Is flossing really necessary?

Do you floss regularly? For many of us, the answer is no. According to various studies, only 50% of us floss regularly, and almost 18% of people never floss at ...

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Diabetes and Dentistry - What impact can diabetes have on the mouth, and what should my oral care include if I am diabetic?

Diabetes is a common disease among Americans; as per the National Diabetes Statistics Report, 2020, an estimated 34.2 million people have diabetes. With millions of people being diagnosed with diabetes, ...

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Fluoride oral rinses - is it worth it?

Do you think mouth rinses can provide just a fresh breath or a whiter smile? The fact is, mouth rinses, especially the ones containing fluoride, can provide more than that. ...

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Mouthwash - Is It Worth It?

Mouthwashes play a huge role in day-to-day oral hygiene routine. They don’t just help you get rid of bad breath but also improve your dental health. With daily use of ...

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Denture Care - Tips

Dentures or false teeth are prosthetic devices that are manufactured to replace several of your missing teeth. They are supported by the surrounding soft and hard tissues of the oral ...

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No toothbrush? Here are few convenient alternatives for you

Imagine you left on a trip and forgot to pack a toothbrush or arrived at work without brushing your teeth. Feels like a nightmare? Don't worry; you can still get ...

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Oral care for infants - What is really necessary?

Everyone knows the need and importance of dental care for children and adults. Now, what about baby teeth? Teeth and gum care should start even before the eruption of the ...

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Oral Piercings: What You Should Know

Considered a popular form of self-expression, oral piercings such as tongue bolts, cheek studs, and lip rings have become quite popular among many young people these days. Some people think ...

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What causes gum sensitivity? What are its treatments?

Do you think having a healthy and beautiful smile depends on teeth only? If your answer is yes, you are wrong. Along with teeth, the gums are also an important ...

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Effects Of Waiting To Fix A Cavity

There are chances that tooth decay and cavities can occur even if you follow a regular dental care technique, including proper brushing and flossing. During its initial stage, tooth decay ...

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What is Periodontitis? How to treat it?

One main reason why people lose their teeth is undiagnosed gum disease, also called periodontal disease. In fact, almost 90% of all adults had various levels of periodontal (gum) disease ...

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Why Do I Need My Teeth Cleaned More Than 2 Times Per Year?

Periodontal gum disease is a common problem that plagues more than 75 percent of Americans. Current research has shown that dental gums or gingiva is body tissue that can indicate ...

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Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure

Do you fear those regular dental visits? Are you suffering from gum diseases but afraid of having gum surgery? Are you anxious about the after-treatment pain? Are you concerned about ...

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The benefits of getting your wisdom teeth removed

Wisdom teeth are either the second or final pair of adult teeth an individual develops during the late teenage years or early adulthood. Wisdom teeth removals are now common in ...

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4 Ways to Take Care of Your Teeth This Holiday Season

The holiday season is here. As we know, no holidays are complete without celebrations, outings, friends and family reunions, and above all, lots and lots of food. Thanks to all ...

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Maximize Benefits from Your Dental Insurance Plan Before the End of the Year

A large chunk of dental insurance plans expire on December 31st and reset on January 1st next year. Any benefit or coverage amount you haven't used till December 31st is ...

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Dental Care Routine for Improving Your Oral Health

Maintaining good oral health is essential for life as it plays a major role in social interaction. Having a stained or chipped off tooth will lower your self-confidence while interacting ...

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What Is Scaling and Root Planing?

If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while or if you have difficulty sticking to a regular brushing and flossing routine, your hygienist or dentist might recommend root ...

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Teen Health Isn’t Child’s Play

The teenage years are fraught with developmental milestones and a growing desire for independence. As a parent, you want them to grow up and make smart decisions about their health ...

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Use ‘Em or Lose ‘Em: Don’t Let Your Dental Benefits Go to Waste

For most patients, dental benefits renew each January, while others renew on an enrollment date or fiscal year. Studies have shown under 3% of PPO dental plan members use all ...

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Taking the Pain Out of Hygiene

Being a parent is awesome. But for those trying to teach their children good oral hygiene habits, the struggle is real. It can be a trying time, but it’s one ...

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Ortho Isn’t Just Child’s Play

Spoiler alert: You’re never too old for a perfect smile or relief from jaw joint discomfort.Lack of access to proper dental care and economic hardship are two reasons parents don’t ...

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Non-Candy Treats for a Healthier Halloween

Trick-or-treating is a much-loved tradition and one of the only “holidays” that registers on a child’s radar. Being out at night, dressing up, and the thought of pillowcases full of ...

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Keep Your Smile Boo-tiful This Halloween

With Halloween quickly approaching, the stores are already full of costumes and candy. If you have braces, Halloween can be like looking in the window of a haunted house – ...

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Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby

Pregnancy is an exciting time for any woman, but it is also full of a seemingly endless list of dos and don’ts. Thankfully, there have been incredible advancements in the ...

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Not Just Pulp Fiction: The Truth About Dental Abscesses

What is an Abscess?An abscess is an infection. There are two types of dental abscesses. A periapical abscess, which happens at the root of a tooth, and a periodontal abscess ...

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Electric Toothbrushes Offer One More Reason to Smile

Little has changed design-wise in the 2,000-plus years since toothbrushes have been around. Even the Ancient Babylonians knew the importance and attractiveness of clean teeth. From their thin, frayed-end twigs ...

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Why do Some Dental Cleanings Cost More?

Not all dental cleanings are created equal. Find out why some hygiene appointments cost more than others and learn how you can save time and money in the dental chair.“Regular” ...

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Soda, Sports Drinks, and Teeth

Every time you step into a mini-mart, you’re faced with a host of options to squelch your thirst. A rainbow of colors in plastic bottles compete for your attention, and ...

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Goodbye Cavities?

With winter upon us, the common cold shows us why it’s aptly named. Rhinoviruses, responsible for many episodes of congestion, coughs, and sore throats, transmit through the population during every ...

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The River Within

Have you ever stood beside a rushing river and watched the current carry wood and leaves quickly past? Your blood pulses through your body at a similar pace. Every twenty ...

What is new in dental technology?

All About Dental Sealants

How to Ensure the Best Results When You Undergo Orthodontic Treatment With Braces

A Guide to Making Your Child’s First Dentist Visit a Success

Everything You Should Know About Toothache and How to Solve It

What is new in dental technology? Solea Laser

Mechanical Toothbrushes. The Pros and Cons

Brushing vs. Flossing

Wisdom Teeth: Why Do We Have Them and Should They Be Kept or Removed

Flossing - are there really differences in the types of floss available? Is flossing really necessary?

Diabetes and Dentistry - What impact can diabetes have on the mouth, and what should my oral care include if I am diabetic?

Fluoride oral rinses - is it worth it?

Mouthwash - Is It Worth It?

Denture Care - Tips

No toothbrush? Here are few convenient alternatives for you

Oral care for infants - What is really necessary?

Oral Piercings: What You Should Know

What causes gum sensitivity? What are its treatments?

Effects Of Waiting To Fix A Cavity

What is Periodontitis? How to treat it?

Why Do I Need My Teeth Cleaned More Than 2 Times Per Year?

Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure

The benefits of getting your wisdom teeth removed

4 Ways to Take Care of Your Teeth This Holiday Season

Maximize Benefits from Your Dental Insurance Plan Before the End of the Year

Dental Care Routine for Improving Your Oral Health

What Is Scaling and Root Planing?

Teen Health Isn’t Child’s Play

Use ‘Em or Lose ‘Em: Don’t Let Your Dental Benefits Go to Waste

Taking the Pain Out of Hygiene

Ortho Isn’t Just Child’s Play

Non-Candy Treats for a Healthier Halloween

Keep Your Smile Boo-tiful This Halloween

Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby

Not Just Pulp Fiction: The Truth About Dental Abscesses

Electric Toothbrushes Offer One More Reason to Smile

Why do Some Dental Cleanings Cost More?

Soda, Sports Drinks, and Teeth

Goodbye Cavities?

The River Within

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