The Dangers of Dry Socket

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Whenever possible, you should try to keep all of your natural teeth. However, if your tooth is severely damaged or decayed, it may be impossible to save it, or it may pose a hazard to your mouth or your other teeth. If an extraction becomes necessary, our dentist, Dr. Joel R. Bingham will numb your… Read more »

Flossing Tools Come in Many Ways

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If you struggle choosing a dental flossing tool, then our dental team has interesting news for you and your family! When you go to select a dental device, it can be hard to know which type of floss is suitable for your family. That is why our dental team is happy to help you with… Read more »

Facts You Should Know About Healthy Teeth

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You deserve to have strong and healthy teeth. However, that goal might be difficult to achieve if you’re not sure what consists of healthy teeth. So, our dentist, Dr. Joel R. Bingham, is happy to share some facts with you that can help you achieve the healthy teeth you need. Those facts are: -Brushing can… Read more »

The Importance of Rinsing

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Do you ever wonder why your dentist, Dr. Joel R. Bingham, encourages you to rinse your mouth with mouthwash at least once a day? If so, our dental team will be happy to help you. Mouthwash is a handy oral hygiene tool that can help you in a myriad of ways. To help you understand,… Read more »

Achieve Optimum Holiday Health with Dental Bonding

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Now this the holiday season has arrived, it is a good time to make sure your teeth and gums are treated properly. If you have suffered any dental damage or are the victim of a tooth hazard, it’s important to visit your dentist as soon as possible to ensure treatment can be given. A highly… Read more »

Discover Your Dream Smile with Dental Anxiety Treatments

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If you ever stuff from dental anxiety or any issues associated with stress or fears from visiting your dentist, you can have them treated so you can see your dentist and receive the treatment you desire without feeling any panic attacks. The fear of seeing the dentist is more commonly known as dental anxiety, and… Read more »

Winning the Battle of Bad Breath

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At one time or another, most of us have been aware, or have been made aware of the fact that our breath may not be as fresh as it could be. It may be the result of something we ate, or it could be from tobacco use, coffee or alcohol. Usually, we can brush our… Read more »

The Connection between Diabetes and Oral Health

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Do you have diabetes? That means taking care of your mouth even more important than usual. Studies have shown that a diabetes diagnosis is connected to mouth infections like gum disease, dry mouth, and oral thrush. There is a powerful statistical connection between gum disease and diabetes. Gum disease can harm your gums and jawbone,… Read more »

Choose the Right Toothbrush

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Caring for your toothbrush is not hard, but it is important. Your toothbrush needs to be clean, soft, and functional before it can do its job. Let’s look at how to take care of your toothbrush.   Make sure to replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months, even if the bristles look “fine.” It is a… Read more »

Dental Bridge Secrets for a Healthy Smile

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If you are a victim of tooth loss, the gap left behind can lead to further problems for your oral health. One of the problems is due in large part to the gap in your smile which, if left unfilled, can destabilize your gums and cause your other teeth to loosen and shift. Another reason… Read more »