History’s Weirdest Teeth Traditions
MANY STRANGE THINGS lie buried in the history of dental care and hygiene, but we think these…
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Mastering Orthodontic Care: 6 Expert Tips to Keep Your Braces Clean
Braces in Goodyear, Arizona As an orthodontist in Goodyear, I often get questions from patients who have just had traditional metal braces put on, asking how to keep them clean. A conventional orthodontic appliance requires extra care and attention, but keeping them clean and in good condition is manageable with the proper techniques and tools.…
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Dental Health PSA: Stop Chewing Ice!
WHY DO DENTISTS always warn against chewing ice? It’s because it’s a habit that can do serious…
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Time for a Round of Braces Myth-Busting!
THERE IS A LOT of false information out there about braces and what it’s like to have…
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Orthodontics Is Not a DIY Project
HUMAN INGENUITY IS almost endless, and we can see that in all kinds of do-it-yourself projects. There…
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Dental Careers and Specialties
THE DENTAL CAREER everyone is most familiar with is the private practice dentist, meaning an…
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Show Off With Some Weird Mouth Trivia
THE NEXT TIME you need an ice-breaker, why not toss out a few weird mouth facts? We’re…
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Which Childhood Habits Lead to Crooked Teeth?
HARMFUL CHILDHOOD HABITS LIKE thumb sucking past toddlerhood, nail-biting…
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There’s No Age Limit on Straighter Teeth
WE USUALLY THINK of teenagers when we think of braces, but fully-grown adults haven’t missed…
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What Triggers a Canker Sore?
A CANKER SORE, a shallow ulcer that can develop on the inside of the cheeks or lips, can mean…
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