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Oral Cancer Awareness Month: Signs and Symptoms of Oral Cancer

April 5, 2023

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graphic of a mouth besieged by disease

When you see your dentist for a routine checkup, most of the exam will be spent checking your teeth and gums for decay and disease. While this is vitally important, arguably the most critical part of the exam takes only moments—the oral cancer screening.

Detecting oral cancer early is crucial to treating the disease effectively, which is why dentists spend so much time spreading awareness about the signs and symptoms of the condition. Here are some things you should watch out for if you want to ensure you’re clear of oral cancer.

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5 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Smile

March 13, 2023

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person spring cleaning smile by flossing teeth

With the arrival of Spring comes a desire for change and renewal, prompting many to clean and improve their living spaces. This is also the perfect opportunity to give your teeth a much-needed spring cleaning. As you declutter your home and prepare for the warmer months ahead, take a few moments to show your smile some extra care. Check out these five useful tips so you can learn how you can give your teeth the TLC they deserve.

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5 Valentine’s Day Gifts That Are Thoughtful & Smile-Friendly

February 8, 2023

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Closeup of pink box with red bow on Valentine's Day

From conversation hearts to milk chocolate candy bars, “love” is often synonymous with “sugar” on Valentine’s Day. Unfortunately, this can increase your significant other’s chances of developing a cavity or two, which can be quite painful if left alone to progress. Therefore, you should consider opting for smile-friendly Valentine’s Day gifts this year! Here are five ideas to spark your inspiration.

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3 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Also Support Your Oral Health

January 27, 2023

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fireworks that say happy new year

The new year is the best time to make a positive change in your life. By putting in the effort now, your life can be much better by this time next year.

That said, figuring out what to improve upon can be a little overwhelming. If you need some ideas, it might be smart to pick something with an eye toward your oral health. Here are some new years resolutions that are great in their own right, but can also improve your smile.

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What Holiday Foods Could Potentially Hurt Your Teeth?

December 4, 2022

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plate of Christmas cookies

No matter what theories you’ve heard floated on the matter, perhaps The Grinch was so mean simply because he wasn’t getting the opportunity to eat holiday food. After all, it’s pretty darn tasty! As you probably know, however, tasty can also mean trouble for your tooth enamel if you aren’t careful. For the sake of your oral health, you need to be especially diligent about brushing and flossing this time of year. Keep reading as your dentist in Crown Point reminds you of some delicious holiday foods that can begin to steal your tooth enamel if you don’t watch out!

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4 Easy Ways to Maximize Your Dental Insurance Benefits

November 4, 2022

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dental insurance form on table

Are you paying a monthly premium for dental insurance? If so, it only makes sense that you’d want to make the most of it while you can. Using your dental insurance coverage can not only help you keep a healthy smile but save money as well. Plus, it makes everything from standard checkups to complex treatments affordable, so you don’t have to worry about breaking the bank! That said, here are four easy ways you can maximize dental insurance benefits from a dentist in Crown Point.

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How to Get a Healthy Smile for National Dental Hygiene Month

October 12, 2022

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A dentist in Crown Point treating a patient

For many, October is most famous for being the month of Halloween. Plenty of people thus spend it watching scary movies, putting up spooky decorations, etc. However, there’s more to October than the 31st. You see, it also happens to be National Dental Hygiene Month! As such, you might want to celebrate your oral health before chowing down on Halloween treats. Luckily, your dentist in Crown Point can help you do that. Honor this year’s National Dental Hygiene Month by practicing these five oral care tips.

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Finding the Best Invisalign Provider for You

September 14, 2022

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A dentist in Crown Point holding Invisalign aligners in front of a patient

At first, you might think any Invisalign provider will do for treatment. After all, don’t they all offer the same kinds of aligning trays? However, there shouldn’t be room for error regarding your smile. Depending on your chosen provider, your aligners’ results may not measure up. An Invisalign procedure involves a decent amount of time and money, so you’d want to avoid such an outcome. That said, your dentist in Crown Point can help you locate the best provider possible. Read on to learn three tips that’ll let you find your ideal Invisalign specialist.

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Why a Dental Checkup Should Be On Your Back-to-School Checklist

August 7, 2022

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Child studying after visiting her dentist in Crown Point

Did you know that children tend to do poorer in their studies when they have worse dental health? While you’ve likely got many things on your back-to-school to-do list ahead of the academic year, you’ll want to consider adding “checkup with a dentist in Crown Point” to it when you have the chance. After all, there are many benefits to getting them scheduled now while there’s still time left in the summer.

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What Summer Foods Can You Enjoy with Dental Implants?

July 11, 2022

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steak cooking on a grill in Crown Point

If you’ve replaced any missing teeth with dental implants, then you can be sure to enjoy the full look and function of your beautiful smile again. These restorations are also essential for preventing dental shifting due to tooth loss, and they also preserve a stronger jawbone structure. However, now that summer’s here, you may be wondering if there are certain foods you’ll have to avoid. Read on to learn what you can expect with your new pearly whites, tips for maintaining them, and how your dentist in Crown Point can help!

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