Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding
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Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
Ideally, it should never hurt when you floss your teeth. But if you haven’t flossed in a long while or don’t do it regularly, you may experience sore or bleeding
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Common Emergency Visits: From lost fillings to broken dentures
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available
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Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to the doctor if you notice any
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Duensing Family Dentistry, a brighter smile is quick and easy!
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Healthy Gums and Older Adults
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth
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HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is best known as a sexually transmitted infection. In the United States, HPV is the most common sexually transmitted disease, with 79 million Americans currently infected,
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What Chrissy Teigen's Inauguration Night Cap Mishap Could Mean For You
posted: Dec. 10, 2021.
Inauguration night is usually a lavish, Washington, D.C., affair with hundreds attending inaugural balls throughout the city. And when you're an A-List celebrity whose husband is a headliner at Read more -
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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Oral Health Concerns Specific to Pregnant Women
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
A lot of changes occur in a woman's body during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations are responsible for many of those changes, including the need for additional attention to the teeth and
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Kicking the Smoking Habit Boosts Your Health Including Teeth and Gums
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
Quitting smoking is hard. The love affair between your brain and nicotine chains the habit to your daily life. But it's still worth the effort to quit to save Read more -
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving
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If You Find Flossing Too Difficult, Try a Water Flosser
posted: Nov. 20, 2021.
Dental plaque, that gritty bacterial film coating your teeth, is the top cause for tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. You can see and feel a lot of it—but Read more -
Wiggle Room
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing
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Here's Good Advice for Your College Student To Protect Their Dental Health
posted: Nov. 10, 2021.
As summer wanes, thousands of high school grads will begin the new adventure called college. For many of these "freshmen," it will also be their first taste of true Read more -
Periodontics and Pregnancy
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
Periodontal health — which refers to the condition of the structures that support your teeth — is an important part of your oral and overall health. However, periodontal health becomes
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