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What’s The Strongest Part Of Your Body?

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When patients visit our office for a routine hygiene examination, they are always concerned about the state of their teeth and if there are any signs of decay. When you have decay on your teeth, it indicates that your tooth enamel has been compromised in some way. Your tooth enamel is the outer covering surrounding the tooth. It is actually the strongest substance in the body, but it is not indestructible, especially if it is not being cared for properly. In fact, it is quite easy to damage your tooth enamel. Read on to learn more about what can damage your tooth enamel.

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Is It time For A Visit?

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

When was the last time you visited our office for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning? If it has been longer than six months, you are due for a visit! We know that life can be busy, between work, family, outings with friends, and other medical appointments. We want to stress the importance of regular care for your oral health. You only have one set of teeth for your lifetime, and we would hate for undiagnosed problems to progress into severe complications. Read on to learn more about the importance of routine dental care.

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Is Stress Negatively Affecting Your Oral Health?

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

Many of us lead busy lives. It always seems like there is something to do, whether it’s something work related, an event with family, or a social outing with friends. It is not uncommon to experience moments of stress when you have a full schedule. It can feel like there is not enough time in the day, and accomplishing your to-do list can be stressful. It is a known fact that added stress can wreak havoc on the body and lead to issues with your heart and other areas of your overall health. Many patients are surprised to learn that added stress can also impact their oral health.

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Importance Of Receiving An Oral Cancer Screening

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With the arrival of the new year, it is important to reflect on the state of your oral health. If it has been some time since your last visit for an oral hygiene examination and cleaning, we recommend scheduling your next appointment as soon as possible. Not only do we thoroughly clean the teeth, remove any lingering plaque, and look for signs of decay, but we also check for other conditions such as gum disease and oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 54,000 people have been diagnosed with oral or throat cancer in 2022.

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Listen To Your Mouth

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

Similar to your body, your mouth gives you warning signs that there may be a problem and you need to visit our office. Regular routine hygiene examinations are important because we can tell you if you have an area in your mouth that may indicate an oral health problem is in your future. There are certain warning signs that you should be mindful of, and you should be sure to contact our office if you notice a change in your oral health. Continue reading to learn more about the signs to look out for between your routine hygiene examinations.

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Plaque And Your Dental Health

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

When you visit our office for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning, we know that your number one concern is if there is any decay or disease that would cause you to need treatment. If you properly clean and care for your teeth throughout the year you should be in good shape to avoid dental issues. However, there is something that can easily build up on your teeth and along the gumline that can lead to issues with your oral health – it is plaque.

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The Hidden Meaning Behind Bad Breath

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

Do you find yourself always taking a step away from others when you are speaking because you are concerned about the smell of your breath? We are all guilty of experiencing bad breath on occasion, especially if you enjoy drinking coffee multiple times each day or have a diet that regularly includes garlic and onions. For most of us, our breath problems are easily remedied when we brush and floss our teeth. If you find that you are regularly experiencing issues with bad breath, you may have a problem with your oral health. Read on to learn more about what your breath is trying to tell you.

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Importance Of Improving Poor Oral Health Habits

Dental Articles, Education, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

Do you find yourself skimping on your oral hygiene routine at times? Or do you find yourself putting things in your mouth other than food? We encourage our patients to remain diligent with their oral health to prevent tooth decay, gum disease, or other conditions. We see many of our patients so infrequently during the year, which is why it is so important for them to maintain proper oral health habits on their own to ensure long-term oral health.

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Bleeding Gums

Dental Articles, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

It is not uncommon to experience bleeding gums occasionally. It is most noticeable if you see a hint of red or pink when you brush your teeth. Most of the time, bleeding gums are nothing to be concerned about and may indicate that you damaged your gums while eating or have food stuck between your teeth that irritated your gums. The problem arises when your gums are bleeding on a regular basis. It can signal that you have a problem with your oral health that needs to be treated. Some causes of bleeding gums may include:

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Beverages That Harm Your Teeth

Dental Articles, Education, General Dentistry, Lancaster & Britt

We have reached the middle of the summer season, and we are all feeling hot, hot, hot! When the temperature rises, most of us reach for our favorite ice cold beverages to cool off. We hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there is a chance that your favorite drink can be harming your oral health. Our recommendation is for patients to drink plenty of water. Not only is it beneficial to your overall health, but it can help prevent bacteria from lingering in your mouth leading to unwanted decay.

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