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I am writing all of you to let you know that I have to have some surgery in early June. I have been followed for a number of years for a leaky mitral valve in my heart. Recently, there has been some change and it is time to fix it. I have an excellent...
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Why Baby Teeth Matter
Maybe baby teeth are just for babies, but that doesn’t make them unimportant. In fact, they are critical to your children's health and development, from enabling them to chew to helping them smile and even speak.
They also hold space in the jaws for permanent teeth that will grow beneath the gums. When a baby tooth...
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Keep Your Mouth and Teeth Healthy (and Warm) This Winter
It’s winter. You’re probably going to have a runny nose at some point. And if you do, you might be tempted to breathe through your mouth.
We at SmileMore know that breathing through your mouth can also trigger sensitivities and other oral health issues, itchy skin and dry mouth among them. Here are some other recommendations...
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“Fact or Fiction” Oral Hygiene Quiz
The holidays have come and gone, and now it’s time to think about any resolutions you might have made: did any of them call for keeping your mouth healthy? We didn’t think so. But SmileMore knows it can’t hurt to keep your mouth, teeth and gums on your daily to-do list.
Let’s start the New Year...
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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (to Keep Your Mouth Healthy)
Holidays mean spending quality time with family and friends, taking time off from work, and, let’s face it: eating a lot of delicious food. But it’s neither smart nor healthy to let dental hygiene go by the wayside during the holiday season.
We’d like to help your mouth and teeth stay happy and healthy over the...
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Remember the Basics When it Comes to Oral Hygiene
Dentistry has evolved into a decidedly advanced science, with many advances in preventative and clinical care. But oral health care comes down to each person dedicating a few minutes each day to some basic yet important habits. SmileMore encourages you to follow these tips, which will make your mouth healthy, and your visits to the...
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The Sweet Season is Upon Us
The days are getting shorter and colder, which means Sweet Season is about to arrive. Halloween is the unofficial beginning of the annual time of sweets, with the holidays arriving just around the corner.
For children (and adults), the next few months will likely include an increase in the consumption of a variety of sweets --...
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What A Woman’s Smile Might Say About Osteoporosis
If you’re a woman over the age of 50, your smile -- and the teeth that brighten it -- might reveal more than just a pleasant disposition. In fact, your dentist could be the first health professional to make a diagnosis of osteoporosis, and can refer you to a general physician before the disease advances.
Osteoporosis...
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Summer Carnivals!
It's that time of year with festivals and carnivals! Along with the rides and games comes the allure of deep-fried and sugary sweet foods you can’t get anywhere else.
A staple item of the fairground is cotton candy. Surprisingly, cotton candy is not as harmful to your smile as you might think. One of the unique qualities...
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Summer is Something to Smile About
Summer is in full swing, but that doesn’t mean oral hygiene should take a vacation! Make sure your kids -- and you -- keep your teeth healthy this summer and throughout the year. Smile More dentist has some tips to make sure you and your children keep smiling more: Click here to READ MORE...
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