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5 Times You Shouldn’t Brush

December 10, 2015 By Anna Keefe

5 Times You Shouldn’t Brush

Is it possible to overdo a good thing*? Like eating too many cookies or getting too much sleep, oral hygiene is no exception. Here are 5 times when brushing your teeth isn’t such a good idea. *For the record, we think brushing your teeth is a GREAT thing. … [Read more...]

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Come on Down! You’re the Next Contestant on the Stress-Free Fight

April 30, 2015 By Jamie

Come on Down! You’re the Next Contestant on the Stress-Free Fight

Managing stress can be trickier than choosing the winning case on Deal or No Deal. Stress causes many of us to fall into bad habits, which can be hazardous to our well-being. … [Read more...]

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Do It For Your Teeth: Bad Habits to Bite For Better Health

May 20, 2014 By Jamie

Do It For Your Teeth: Bad Habits to Bite For Better Health

Humans are creatures of habit. Once a routine is set, it’s pretty easy to stick to it. Of course, it’s also easy to get stuck in the routine of bad habits. Many common habits have serious side effects for your health, but also for your teeth. Could the health of your mouth … [Read more...]

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Beware of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

May 15, 2014 By Jamie

Beware of Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

New parents, is your baby’s gummy smile the cutest thing ever? Do your part to keep it healthy by avoiding baby bottle tooth decay. Tooth decay can happen in very young children when they’re put down for a nap or at bedtime with a bottle of sugary liquid, such as formula, … [Read more...]

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Alcohol in Mouthwash – What You Need to Know

May 1, 2014 By Jamie

Alcohol in Mouthwash – What You Need to Know

Are you afraid of bad breath? Mouthwashes can help. But beware of mouthwashes that contain alcohol – especially for children. Mouthwashes are used for a number of reasons: To freshen breath and combat halitosis (bad breath) To help prevent or control tooth decay and … [Read more...]

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