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Did you know that 48% of young adults have untagged themselves from a photo on Facebook because of their smile? We'll help get you smiling with confidence again! Schedule an appointment today.

Gum tissue isn't always pink! Just like skin color, gum color can vary between different people. And while black gums aren't necessarily a sign of an oral health issue, understanding the most common causes of black spots on your gums may help you decide if you need to seek immediate treatment or wait to bring it up at your next appointment.

Proper flossing technique is just as important as flossing itself! One of the biggest mistakes people make when flossing is gliding floss once between teeth and moving on. Floss should form a "C" shape around each tooth (once side at a time) and glide up and down thoroughly to ensure it is removing any traces of food.

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Make sure you eat foods that are room temperature immediately following your oral surgery. Avoid hot foods and drinks while still under the influence of the anesthetic as you may not be able to feel it, so you may burn yourself without realizing that the food is too hot. Also, Don’t drink out of a straw or consume alcohol for the first 24 hours following your surgery.

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Nobody wants a dirty toothbrush, but how many of us are storing our brush in a sanitary way? According to the ADA, the best way to keep a toothbrush is upright in a container out in the open. This allows the brush to dry and air out. For best results, ensure your brush doesn't touch others and keep it at least 6 feet away from a toilet.

How do you speed up recovery time? Listening to your doctor's orders! Getting wisdom teeth removed is one of the most common dental surgeries, so methods for recovery have been worked down to a science. Do your research, and listen to your doctor! #oralsurgery

If you are new to orthodontic treatment, you may not know about spacers. Many orthodontic appliances affix via metal band around the molars. In order to fit this band into place, rubber spacers may need to be used. These fit in between teeth, creating a small gap into which the band may fit.

Dental implants are a popular and permanent way to improve the stability of your mouth. If you have missing teeth or wear removable dentures, implants offer a way for you to maintain a stable, strong and long-lasting ?

Electric toothbrushes are designed to replicate hand motions, which means it does the bulk of the work for you when it comes to brushing your teeth. The toothbrush can rotate from anywhere from 3000 motions per minute to 7,500, which is not something you can do brushing manually!