The Check Up

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Diabetes and your dental health: How your diet can affect your teeth

When diabetes is not controlled properly, high glucose levels in saliva may create problems that lead to an increased risk of tooth decay. Your teeth...
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Preventing Tooth Decay In Babies And Infants

The habits of good dental care should begin as early as possible and its important to take steps to avoid problems with infants and children....
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What is plaque and how does it affect your teeth?

Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that covers our teeth and, when we eat something, these bacteria release acids that attack the tooth enamel....
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Periodontal disease: what it is and how to avoid it

Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. There is a very slight gap between the tooth and the gum. Periodontal...
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What Causes Sensitive Teeth?

If you sometimes find the taste of something hot or cold painful on your teeth, you may suffer from sensitive teeth. Sensitive teeth is a...
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You don’t have to lose your teeth as you get older

Many people think that when they get older, they are going to lose their teeth and need dentures.  This couldn’t be further from the truth!...
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Common mouth sores: causes and cures

Mouth sores can be very annoying and painful and can have many causes. The causes can range from infections – bacterial, viral or fungal –...
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How a Bridge Can Bring Back Your Smile

If you’re missing one or more teeth, it probably affects your smile and you may also notice a difference in chewing and speaking. But there...
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The secrets of brushing and flossing your teeth effectively

Though many of us say we brush our teeth regularly, you get the best results by making sure you brush properly. Here are the steps...
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