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The Importance of Mouthguards in Youth Sports
It is already that time of the year when our children are getting ready to head back to school. For many of us, this means

Back-to-School Dental Checkup for Sports Mouthguards
It’s hard to believe that the summer is already ending as we prepare our children to return to school. While school supplies and clothes may

Dealing with a Chipped or Broken Tooth
A chipped or broken tooth can be an alarming experience—but with the right care and quick action, you can minimize the damage and restore your

Why You Should Floss Daily
It is no secret to us, we know most of the people we see do not floss regularly. While many of our patients follow our

Does My Child Need to See a Pediatric Dentist?
Whether you are a new parent or are having another child, you may have questions about their oral health. Many parents often assume that a

Summer Vacation Doesn’t Mean a Vacation From Brushing
Ah, summer vacation—a time for relaxation and plenty of fun outdoors. It’s the time of year when many take a step back to enjoy some

Are Sports Drinks Worse Than Soda?
Sports drinks have pulled off one of the greatest marketing tricks of the last twenty years. They sit in the healthy-ish category in most people’s

Choosing the Right Toothbrush – Types of Toothbrushes Explained
You use it twice a day, every day, for your entire life and most people spend about twelve seconds choosing it. We get it. Standing

Eating for a Healthy Smile – Best Foods for Your Teeth
You’ve probably heard that sticky, sugary snacks can damage your teeth—but what about the foods that actually help your smile? At Bassett Creek Dental in

Manual vs. Electric Toothbrush – Is There a Difference?
It’s one of the most common questions we get, right up there with “do I really need to floss” (yes) and “is coffee actually bad

Is Sugar Bad for Your Teeth? Yes, But the Reason Why Is More Interesting Than You Think
Let’s be honest, we all know sugar isn’t exactly great for us. But most people’s understanding of why stops at “it causes cavities” without really

Healthy Aging, Healthy Smile
Every September, Healthy Aging Month rolls around and the conversation turns to the usual suspects: exercise more, eat better, sleep enough, stay social. All great
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