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What to do if Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out

What to do if Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out

Teeth of both adults and children can be knocked out due to injury or accident. But a dislodged tooth doesn’t have to be lost forever. If you take the proper steps and seek the help of a dentist, you could preserve...

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Getting Help for an Abscessed Tooth

Getting Help for an Abscessed Tooth

Anyone can get an abscessed tooth, which is a pocket of pus that forms around the root of an infected tooth. Some people mistakenly believe that an abscessed tooth will heal on its own, but if you leave an abscessed...

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Do Your Gums Bleed?

Do Your Gums Bleed?

You should not ignore bleeding gums. There is usually an underlying reason for the bleeding that you need to address. Bleeding gums could indicate gingivitis or other problems that require the attention of a dentist....

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Have you Heard any of These Teeth Myths?

Have you Heard any of These Teeth Myths?

There are various myths about teeth that have been floating around for years. You may have even found yourself believing in some of them. Here are some of the more common ones: Brush after every meal The popular belief...

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4 Common Causes of Gum Disease [infographic]

4 Common Causes of Gum Disease [infographic]

Was there a time that even if you have brush your teeth thoroughly, there still seemed to be a bad odor coming from your mouth? That is because bacteria may have been in your gums for a long time and brushing it off...

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Is a Dental Implant or Bridge Right for You?

Is a Dental Implant or Bridge Right for You?

No matter how well you take care of your teeth, you are still at risk of losing one or more of them in time. It is critical to have missing teeth replaced. A missing tooth could cause a variety of problems. For...

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