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FLOURIDE IS JUST FOR KIDS, RIGHT?

FLOURIDE IS JUST FOR KIDS, RIGHT?
Do you spit out blood with your toothpaste when you brush your teeth?  Are your gums swollen and red no matter how much you brush?  You may have gingivitis. WRONG!! Many adults, especially seniors with multiple health issues, benefit from fluoride treatments.  Older adults may notice the roots of their teeth can become exposed with…
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HELP! MY GUMS BLEED WHEN I BRUSH

HELP! MY GUMS BLEED WHEN I BRUSH
Do you spit out blood with your toothpaste when you brush your teeth?  Are your gums swollen and red no matter how much you brush?  You may have gingivitis. GINGIVITIS Gingivitis is inflammation of the tissue surrounding the teeth.  It can be acute or chronic and is a response to bacteria on the teeth. The…
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WINNER: And That’s the Tooth

WINNER: And That’s the Tooth
Dr. Alice Vessel, DMD WINNER of the Gazette's Best Of - Expert Picks Services & Professionals My pappy always told me that once I was living on my own, it was important to find tow things I could rely on – a good mechanic and a good dentist. My mechanic retired, but I still have…
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Tooth decay is a chronic childhood disease

Tooth decay is a chronic childhood disease
Tooth decay is a chronic childhood disease Over 40% of kids ages 2-11 have it. It’s painful for your child. And, it can cost thousands to treat. The cause? Falling asleep with bottles of milk or juice. If kids go to bed with liquids other than water, acid develops in the mouth and rots teeth.…
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