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Holiday Treats That Can Lead To Ho-Ho-Holes In Your Teeth
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

During the holidays there tends to be an overabundance of everything-especially sweet goodies. Dr. Freij and Dr. Boogren encourages moderation to make sure you receive the gift of good oral Read more
The Truth On Child Tooth Decay
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Child tooth decay has been on the rise since the early 1990’s. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 42% of children between the ages of 2 through Read more
Healthy Teeth On Thanksgiving Day
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Keep your teeth healthy on Thanksgiving Day! Thanksgiving Day is one of my most favorite holidays. Enjoying that scrumptious dinner with family, watching the Detroit Lions play football and taking the Read more
How Does Stress Affect Your Oral Health?
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

How Does Stress Affect Your Oral Health? High levels of stress affects your entire body, this includes your mouth, teeth and gums. Possible impacts include: Grinding and clenching your teethBad dietPeriodontal disease or Read more
Choosing The Best Dental Floss For You
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Despite all the floss products available in the stores, making a choice does not need to be difficult. You may be new to flossing or maybe you want to recommit Read more
Toothbrush: Manual Vs Electric
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Benefits & effectiveness of the electric toothbrush The electric toothbrush allows you to get the same results without having to brush harder, making it less likely to injure your gums or Read more
FLUORIDATION
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

In 1945 Grand Rapids, Michigan became the world's first city to adjust the level of fluoride in its water supply. Since then, fluoridation has improved the oral health tremendously of Read more
Self Help Tips For Cracked Or Broken Teeth
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

If you break a tooth, call an emergency dentist right away! While every situation can range in severity including a chipped tooth or a completely knocked out tooth, any dental Read more
How To Maintain Your White Smile
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

How to maintain your white smile while sipping on your favorite warm beverages this winter… Tea, Coffee and hot chocolate all stain teeth. Below are some simple suggestions on how to Read more
Children's Oral Health
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

How Can I help my children care for their teeth and avoid cavities? Parents should begin teaching their child to care for their teeth at a young age. First thing you Read more
Experiencing Tooth Sensitivity??
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Experiencing Tooth Sensitivity?? Here are 4 tips to help! That sip of coffee, or that bowl of ice cream you’ve been craving all day can be bothersome to many patients who Read more
The Importance Of Mouth Guards
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

The American dental association reports that dental injuries are very common in contact and collision sports. Numerous studies have shown that participants of all ages and skill levels are at Read more
A Straw For Additional Oral Hygiene Protection???
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Straws can help decrease exposureBeverages like sports drinks, energy drinks, coffee, juice and soda all contribute to tooth decay and staining. Sipping through a straw can play a small part Read more
The Tooth-Friendly Diet
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

The things you eat affect your mouth but not only by helping prevent decay and gum disease, but also by building healthier teeth and gums. Learning what foods to eat, Read more
How Is Vitamin D Important To Our Smiles?
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Well who doesn’t love sunshine? It feels fantastic and also has numerous health benefits. It improves our immune functions, our mood, and catalyzes vitamin D production in our bodies. Vitamin D Read more
History Of Dentistry
posted: Jun. 30, 2022.

Upon probing through the world’s dental history I’ve come across some interesting items I wanted to share with all of you. It is recorded evidence that people were concerned about Read more