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Regular Dental Checkups Help Keep Your Teeth and Gums Healthy

February 29, 2016

Even if you’re scrupulous about brushing and flossing your teeth regularly at home, it’s important to visit a dentist twice a year for routine oral...

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How to Minimize Embarrassing Odors That Come from Your Dentures

February 24, 2016

Your mouth is a warm, dark and moist environment, which creates ideal growing conditions for bacteria. As bacteria grow, they make metabolic products that release...

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How to Pay for Dental Work Without Dental Insurance

February 9, 2016

If it has been a while since you were seen by a dentist because you do not have insurance for dental care, you do not...

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How to Choose the Best Flossing Method for Your Teeth

February 4, 2016

During your semi-annual check up with dentists in Las Vegas, you will likely be reminded about the benefits of flossing your teeth. Flossing helps to...

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Properly Cleaning Teeth While Wearing Braces

January 31, 2016

When you wear braces, certain foods are off limits for good reason. Some foods can become wedged between the metal bands of the braces and...

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Three Benefits of Fluoride Treatments for Adult Dental Patients

January 28, 2016

  Most children receive a semi-annual application of fluoride on their teeth as a way to help prevent them from getting cavities. A dentist in...

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Upgrading Your Smile

January 25, 2016

A dazzling smile that can serve as your passport into the many types of experiences that make living in Las Vegas so rewarding. However, many...

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Choosing a Filling for Your Cavity

January 22, 2016

A cavity is a small or large hole inside your tooth. Usually caused by some type of decay, it may appear as a small brown...

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What to Do in a Dental Emergency Situation

January 13, 2016

Just like any medical emergency, when you find yourself facing a dental emergency there are certain things you should do to aid in your injury....

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Brushing Gently: Your Key to Healthy Teeth

January 8, 2016

Brushing your teeth regularly is very important for good dental health, but it is possible to brush too hard or too often which can lead...

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3 Ways Restorative Dentistry Can Save Your Smile

January 4, 2016

The goal of restorative dentistry is the treatment of oral health problems, which includes restoring your teeth and supporting tissue back to a functional state....

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Surprising Causes of Bad Breath and How to Fix It

December 30, 2015

Bad breath is not only socially uncomfortable, but it can also lower your self-esteem and self-confidence. You may be surprised to learn that bad breath,...

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Cosmetic Dentistry from Ancient Times

December 28, 2015

Many different cosmetic dental procedures are commonly performed on patients today and offered by dentists in Summerlin. However, archaeologists learned that, surprisingly, the dental technique...

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Three Main Reasons to Get Braces

December 24, 2015

Having braces may be one of the stereotypical reasons kids get made fun of in Hollywood films, but roughly 50 percent of people wear braces...

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Common Causes and Professional Solutions for Nighttime Tooth Grinding

December 22, 2015

If you wake up in the morning with jaw pain, tightness or popping sounds, you could be grinding your teeth at night. Dentists can tell...

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Caring for Your Dentures While Traveling Across the Country

December 20, 2015

Taking a long road trip is the vacation dream of many. Being able to cruise the roads at your own pace and stop at all...

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Do You Have a True Dental Emergency?

December 18, 2015

You may be aware of the recommendation to receive preventive dental care with an oral hygiene exam twice per year, and you may book these...

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Tips for Finding Affordable Dental Care

December 16, 2015

Regular dental care is important for a bright white, healthy smile, and it can impact total body health and well-being. This may include cleanings, x-rays...

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Choosing the Healthiest Holiday Treats for Your Teeth

December 14, 2015

Each year during the holiday season, tables abound with sweet, sticky and crunchy treats. While these treats may taste great, they can also cause problems...

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Three Reasons Why You Should Use Prescription Toothpaste

December 11, 2015

If your teeth are not as healthy as you would like them to be, or if you are prone to cavities or have frequent tooth...

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The Importance of Your Child’s Retainer After Braces Come Off

December 4, 2015

Orthodontic treatment for your pre-teen or teenager can seem endless, but the day that the braces are finally removed is cause for celebration. Top orthodontists...