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When Sealants Start to Chip

May 18, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Sealants can last up to 10 years, but they may chip along the way. Click to learn what to do if this starts to happen.

Just like a topcoat protects your manicure, dental sealants shield kids’ smiles. Dentists recommend applying sealant as soon as a child’s permanent posterior molar teeth come in. This coats them in a thin plastic layer to protect them from plaque. When we do our daily at-home … [Read more...]

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Teledentistry Can Bring Answers in a Time of Uncertainty

May 12, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Teledentistry can bring assurance and answers to both dentists and patients during this unpredictable pandemic.

Teledentistry can fill a gap created by a patient’s inability to visit a dental office. Ensuring that only patients in need of emergency care are in the dental office pays off in two ways. We can flatten the curve and we can maintain social distancing by using remote, … [Read more...]

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Ergonomics Expert on Working from Home

May 12, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

If you’re working from home, ensure you’re not compromising your neck and back with tips from ergonomics expert Dr. Chris Robl.

Dr. Chris Robl is our subject-matter expert on wellness. He holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and is passionate about wellness. Working from Home During Covid-19? This coronavirus is changing the way we do business and is changing the space where you work. If you’re … [Read more...]

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Kids Are Hooked on Sugary Drinks

May 4, 2020 By Shelby Tatomir

Learn the truth behind kids’ “fruit” drinks and see if your child is compromising their oral and overall health with their sugary drink consumption.

Let’s face it, sugar can be addictive. And while adults are accountable for their intake of sugars and sweets, children are not always as aware. We as adults need to help encourage and teach them about healthy diets, exercise routines, and good oral health habits. According to … [Read more...]

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Brushing and Flossing with Arthritis Pain

May 3, 2020 By Wyatt Dilling

Learn the connection between oral health and joint inflammation, plus how to brush and floss with arthritis.

It’s important to care for your teeth every day and night, and it’s even more critical if you have any systemic medical conditions. Brushing and flossing with arthritis in the hands can be painful, but avoiding daily care only leads to more pain. Ignoring oral health leads to gum … [Read more...]

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