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5 Ways to Become a Habitual Flosser

October 25, 2016 By Sara Fossum

Hate flossing? Learn how you can still make it a daily healthy habit.

We get it. You HATE flossing. It hurts. It takes too much time. And the Associated Press said we don’t have to do it. … [Read more...]

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In Defense of Flossing

August 8, 2016 By Dr. Cheryl Lerner

Despite the recent AP story, we still recommend flossing.

You might have seen the most recent U.S. Dietary Guidelines published by the Department of Health and Human Services that excluded a flossing recommendation and a resulting in-depth AP story citing the lack of long-term evidence that flossing works. As a former practicing general … [Read more...]

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3 Secrets to Summer Schedules

June 11, 2015 By Sara Fossum

3 ways to help your family enjoy summer without sacrificing their smile:

“I need a vacation,” said no dental routine ever. You and your family do need a break, and school is out for summer! From family road trips to sports and sleepovers, kids have the freedom to enjoy a much-needed vacation. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Clinic & Provider Tips, Dental Health, Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: bacteria, Brushing, Family, family activities, family dentist, family oral health, flossing, Healthy Gums, mouth conditions, oral health routines, routines, summer, summer activities, summer plans, summertime, travel

“Will you be my Valentine?” XOXO, Your Teeth

February 12, 2015 By Shelby Tatomir

The 14th is near, and love is in the air But where will you go, and what will you wear? While you make your plans final for a night full of fun, Get a head start on your smile for that special someone. … [Read more...]

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Floss like a Boss

August 7, 2014 By Social Media Collaborative

Are you worried your dental hygienist will ask if you floss, or worse, that she already knows you don’t? Your teeth and gums don’t lie. Here are 5 reasons to change your ways and get in the habit of flossing like a boss. 1. Two is better than one — brush and floss together. The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: flossing

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