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A canker sore, also medically referred to as an aphthous ulcer, are quite painful and could pop up anywhere inside your oral cavity. You might notice them on your lips and your cheeks. Canker sores are very common and could be white or yellow. They are usually surrounded by red and swollen tissues. Need more …
A healthy smile is one of your most attractive traits. But what can damage your teeth? Poor dental hygiene practices. Brushing your teeth is a crucial part of oral regimen. And guess what? Though brushing seems to be a simple job, there are still some mistakes that we unknowingly make. Given below are some very common brushing …
Sleep apnea is actually a sleep disorder that troubles an individual’s breathing while he/she is asleep. Obesity and age are major contributing factors to the advancement of this condition. There are two primary kinds of sleep apnea—Central and Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Check out its Symptoms: Frequent, loud snoring Choking, snorting, or gasping while asleep …
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We often face questions related to dental insurances, its benefits and if it is wise to get one. The reason is pretty much understandable as getting dental insurance means investment of a notable amount of money every year. If you have similar hesitations about committing to a dental insurance company then going through this blog …
Dental cavities are tiny holes that develop on the surface of your teeth as bacteria release acids on them, damaging the surface and enamel of the tooth. The causes of cavities such as a dry mouth, excessive snacking on sugary foods and beverages and poor dental hygiene among other risk factors. When a cavity grows to …
We’ve all grown up hearing about the Tooth Fairy and now that we know that it’s not real, what are the reasons of the practice of parents placing money in return for missing baby teeth under their child’s pillow and then claiming to have been visited by the Tooth Fairy? Here’s a short history of …
We love little pearly whites. Who doesn’t, though? Baby teeth are beautiful! After all, they help them to chew, talk and smile, of course. We are dental specialists in Greeley CO, and so we felt we should share some fun and fascinating facts about the teeth of your children that you might not have learnt …
Dr. Dhoon & Dr. Briskie at our Greeley Dental Care practice aren’t just concerned with the health of your teeth. We believe in helping to keep your entire body, including your brain, as healthy as possible! Researchers have discovered that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain where the harmful …
In a recent Greeley Dental Care Blog post, we discussed cleaning between your teeth using a jet of water vs. string dental floss. In this discussion, we will compare floss vs. water vs. AIR! Yes…Air! If you compare air flossing vs. water flossing, you’ll find that both of these tools are flossers. Both clean around and …
In 1962, someone thought that forcing water between your teeth as part of home care might be a good thing. The hope was that pulses of water directed between your teeth would be more likable than using dental floss (which most patients are loath to do daily!) to remove food and plaque buildup. Plaque is a sticky …
