According to the ADA, brushing your teeth and flossing are two of the most important things for your oral health. If you tender or bleeding gums, you may immediately think that you have periodontal disease. As one of the most common oral conditions, studies show that nearly 50% of the American adult population suffers from […]
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When most people hear of a root canal, images of undergoing a massive oral surgery may come to mind. However, as one of the most common oral procedures that we perform here at Steven Holbrook’s office, a root canal is nothing to worry about. So, other than by a proper dental examination and x-rays, how
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You are what you eat, and drink. Everyone knows that water is the best thing you can drink for your body and your mouth’s health, but it’s often the last thing people choose to drink. The next time you reach for a drink other than water, remember that you may be causing more harm than
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It can seem like that lurking behind every positive thing about teeth whitening on the internet, there are at least three bad things to follow. However, as one of the safest and easiest ways for you to transform your smile from drab to fab, teeth whitening is nothing for you to be wary of; for
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As you age, you start to lose bone mass which can contribute to things like tooth loss— leaving you with the need to have dentures or a dental bridge. And although it’s possible to chew without teeth, it doesn’t come without its own set of problems such as jaw and gastrointestinal issues. To help you
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Just like getting your oil changed on a regular basis, you get your teeth cleaned bi-annually. And although you may have had more dental cleanings than you can remember, you may not be aware of exactly what Dr. Steven Holbrook does during a cleaning. To help you feel more informed and knowledgeable about a simple
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Chewing gum is one of the oldest methods that even cave dwellers would use to clean teeth and freshen breath. Originally derived from tree sap, chewing gum has come a long, long way. And, with so many options of chewing gum for you and your kids to choose from at the checkout line at the
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It may not be as hard as fixing The Golden Gate Bridge or The Brooklyn Bridge, but your dental bridge is almost as serious. By helping shape your tooth’s natural appearance and shape, a dental bridge can also prevent your teeth from shifting. If, however, you have a broken dental bridge, you are at a
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Just like with anything that is circulating the internet, there are a variety of myths surrounding dental x-rays that you may fall victim of. To make sure that you remain an informed patient, we have created an article debunking three of these common myths. From dental x-rays causing brain cancer to them being more harmful
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When you’re a parent, you teach your toddler to smile big and say “cheese” for the camera. And although that kind of cheesy grin is cute on a two-year-old, it can look a whole lot more frightening on an adult. If you have a hard time finding a genuine smile when it comes time to
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