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We Mean It: Dental Implants Last a Lifetime

We understand that many people are cynical when we say that last a lifetime. After all, most of us have had a negative experience with a “lifetime” warranty that really only lasts five years or less. But dental implants aren’t most products: their lifetime, as defined by traditional product failure analysis, really is […]nThe post We Mean It: Dental Implants Last a Lifetime appeared first on .

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5 Ways Smiling Can Help You Get Promoted

If you’re trying to climb the ladder at work, but you’re having difficulty, don’t get frustrated. Just put on a happy face, and maybe you’ll find that the problem solves itself. After all, smiling at work can help with many of the essential characteristics of winning a promotion. Look Happy in Your Work Being happy […]nThe post 5 Ways Smiling Can Help You Get Promoted appeared first on .

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Alcohol Consumption Worsens Gum Disease

According to a new study published online first in the Journal of Periodontology, people who consume more alcohol are more likely to suffer worse , and even those without gum disease have worse gum health. Analyzing Four Groups In the study, researchers looked at 88 subjects who were divided into four groups: Alcohol-dependent with […]nThe post Alcohol Consumption Worsens Gum Disease appeared first on .

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Could a TMJ Support Group Help?

isn’t just a physical condition that causes issues like or . Like most illnesses, it’s an emotional and psychological one as well. In fact, TMJ sufferers are at a high risk for depression and other mood disorders. We can help you with your physical symptoms, but you might consider joining […]nThe post Could a TMJ Support Group Help? appeared first on .

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Sleep Loss May Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease

People in the United States casually talk about daytime fatigue as though it is no big deal. Although many people suffer from it, daytime fatigue is anything but normal. If you feel sleepy even after a full night’s sleep, you might suffer from , a condition that disrupts your sleep at night and keeps […]nThe post Sleep Loss May Increase Your Risk of Gum Disease appeared first on .

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White Fillings Reduce Risk of Galvanic Shock

All dentists train extensively for years prior to entering the dental field. Our education prepares us to effectively and comfortably protect your oral health. One of the most important things that every dentist studies is how to prevent galvanic shock when placing metal fillings. Fortunately, the invention of white fillings made preventing this uncomfortable problem even easier.…

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