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You can beat bad breath.

Why Does My Breath Still Smell So Bad After Brushing?

When Fresh Breath Doesn’t Last You brush your teeth, rinse your mouth, and expect your breath to feel fresh afterward. Most of the time, it does. When an unpleasant odor returns quickly or never seems to go away in the first place, though, brushing may not be reaching the real cause. Bacteria somewhere in the…
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Same day crowns save teeth.

Cracked a Tooth Before a Big Event? How Same Day Crowns Can Save the Day

A Faster Fix for an Unexpected Dental Problem A cracked or chipped tooth has terrible timing. It can happen while eating dinner, during a weekend game, or just days before a wedding, vacation, graduation, or important work event. Suddenly, something you were looking forward to is competing with tooth sensitivity, a rough edge, or the…
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Cosmetic dental treatments withstand stains.

The “Coffee Test”: Which Cosmetic Dental Treatments Stand Up Best to Everyday Stains?

Are you one of those people who can’t start their day without their cuppa Joe? If so, you’re not alone. The National Coffee Association (yes, there really is a coffee association in the U.S.) says that two-thirds of Americans drink coffee each day. That’s 66%. That’s a lot of coffee drinkers. But, if you’re one…
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Get your oral health screening.

What Can Your Oral Health Screening Tell You About Your Body?

Learn more about oral health screenings. You may think that when you come in for your dentist appointment, we only pay attention to your teeth and gums. And yes, those are both important. But in reality, we’re looking at a lot more. In fact, when you visit your dentist near Boise, Idaho, we conduct a…
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Don't skip a dental cleaning.

Why Dental Cleanings Matter Even When You Brush and Floss Well

Taking care of your teeth isn’t exactly a do-this-or-that thing. If you want the best for your smile, it means you need to brush and floss your teeth each and every day and pay a visit to your dentist every six months for a professional dental cleaning. Does that seem like a lot to manage?…
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Implant-supported dentures are the way to go.

Yes! Implant-Supported Dentures Are the Answer to Denture Adhesive Woes

The dental solution to a life free from denture adhesives. Dentures are an excellent tooth-replacement option for those who are missing teeth. And if you have dentures, you already know that dental adhesive is simply part of your daily routine. But let’s face it. Who loves denture adhesive? It can be messy. If you don’t…
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CEREC crowns restore your smile.

From Damaged to Restored in a Day: When CEREC Crowns Make Sense

There are a lot of reasons why people don’t go to the dentist when they should. Perhaps it is a lack of dental insurance that can make the cost of certain treatments feel out of reach. Maybe it’s that they simply don’t understand the importance of preventive dentistry and taking care of their teeth and…
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Get preventative dental care for kids.

What Every Parent Should Know About Children’s Preventative Dental Care

Make preventative dental care a priority. As a parent, your to-do list is likely miles long with keeping up with your children’s activities and your own life priorities. However, one of the most significant investments you can make in your child’s future health is often overlooked—preventative dental care. Establishing a dental home early on does…
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Help your teeth whitening last.

How to Maintain a Whiter Smile After Professional Teeth Whitening

When you make a change to yourself that you love, you want it to last. And one of those things that you want to make last as long as possible is a bright, white smile. Why wouldn’t you? A white smile makes you more approachable, not to mention more attractive to others. In this article,…
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Time for tooth extraction.

Why Some Teeth Can’t Be Saved: When Extraction Becomes Your Best Option

Most dental treatments aim to protect and save natural teeth. However, that isn’t always possible. There are cases where tooth extraction is the healthiest choice. Here are some reasons why tooth extraction is sometimes needed for lasting health, function, and comfort. Common Reasons a Tooth Can’t Be Saved While most dental problems can be resolved…
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