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Post-Op Care for Oral Surgery

Oral surgery, like any surgery, can seem daunting–especially when it comes to recovery. To have the best chance at a quick recovery, it’s always smart to be prepared. Read our blog post for a look at the basics of post-op care so that you’ll be ready if you or a loved one goes in for a procedure.

How Does Diabetes Affect Oral Health?

It’s no secret that your oral health is linked with your overall health in many ways. There are also many conditions and medications whose side effects have an impact on your mouth. Read our blog post for a look at how diabetes can affect your oral health.

How Your Spit Affects Your Oral Health

Your spit probably doesn’t seem like it’s that big of a deal, but it actually is. While nobody gives much thought to their saliva, our bodies would not be able to function well without it. Read our blog post to learn about the important role of saliva in maintaining your oral health.

What Foods Are Healthy for My Teeth?

If you want to have a healthy and balanced diet so you can have the top-notch oral health you deserve, then your dentist and our friendly dental team are happy to help you! Understanding the right foods for a healthy smile is crucial in this journey. There are many foods in the world that are … Continued

I’m Addicted to Picking My Teeth

Note from Smiles Dental: This article was written by guest blogger and Smiles Dental mom, Monique Tindall. She hopes that by sharing her personal dental stories, other parents will understand the importance of dental health for their kids. Her articles take a look at the humorous side of teeth-brushing and dentist visits. Thanks for reading! … Continued

Covering Your Sweet Treats

It seems like every holiday is filled with sweet treats, Halloween candy, Christmas cookies, Valentine’s Day sweethearts, and Easter Eggs, you get the idea. While it’s nice to indulge in a chocolate bar or some gummy worms every now and then, the continued consumption of sugary sweets can adversely affect your body and oral health. … Continued

Dental Implants: An Effective Solution for Missing Teeth

Each tooth in your mouth plays an important role in your overall dental health. So, choosing not to replace a missing tooth can eventually be a serious mistake. What is the good solution for missing teeth? Let’s read the article and know more about tooth missing! Tooth Loss Can Soon Follow Here’s what happens: A missing … Continued

6 Types of Dental Floss: Pros and Cons

Flossing is a necessary part of an oral hygiene routine. Food and plaque bacteria can easily become trapped between teeth and harm them. You need to clean between your teeth at least once a day in order to maintain good oral health. However, you may wonder which type of dental floss is the best kind … Continued

The Cost of Oral Health

We understand that one of the biggest concerns from our patients when it comes to dental health care is cost. Often the question is brought up of, Well, how much will this treatment cost me? At Smiles we have a great system in place so our patients know and understand their treatment and payment options. … Continued

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