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Camp like a Boss with these 5 Glamping Gadgets

July 21, 2015 By Anna Keefe

Will you be “glamping” in the great outdoors this summer? Make sure to bring along these 5 dental gadgets!

Camping and technology go together like cookies and milk. Actually – forget that – like cookies and something completely unrelated to cookies. Many people think of camping as a way to escape our technology-obsessed world. While that’s true in some respects, savvy individuals … [Read more...]

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There’s Something in the Water: Swimming Pools and Your Teeth

July 16, 2015 By Sara Fossum

Chlorine might not be your teeth’s best friend, but don’t let pool chemicals prevent you from diving in!

Cannonball! From workouts to water slides, pools provide endless hours of splashes and smiles. It’s no secret that most pools contain chlorine, a chemical used to kill germs. You might be surprised to learn that chlorine can cause more than itchy eyes and green-tinted hair. … [Read more...]

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I Scream, You Scream, Your Teeth Scream for Ice Cream!

July 14, 2015 By Anna Keefe

Ice cream is America’s favorite dessert! Your teeth might not be fond of all the sugar, but you don’t have to skip this summer treat:

Ice cream is the cherry on top of the dessert sundae. In fact, ice cream is the most popular dessert in America. What makes a scoop so sinfully sweet? Most commercial ice creams are high in fat and loaded with added sugar. … [Read more...]

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Teens and the Advantages of Risk-taking

June 30, 2015 By Jamie

Parenting a teenager can be tricky. Try to remember teens are expected to take risks. Guide them to take the right ones.

If you think your teenager is dramatic, you’re probably right: dramatic brain changes experienced during adolescence may explain increased exploration and risk-taking. So don’t fret, parents! It’s normal (and necessary) for teenagers to take risks. … [Read more...]

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The Ultimate Smile Infographic

June 4, 2015 By Jamie

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about smiles! Here’s the Ultimate Smile Infographic

June is National Smile Month and we’re giddy with grins! All of this smiling has us wondering… … [Read more...]

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