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Woman researching the best dental routine for oral health

What Is The Best Dental Routine?

You hear the same dental advice everywhere you go: "Brush and floss daily." "Use mouthwash to fight bad breath." "One out of every four dentists recommends using a Waterpik." Dental health is very important, and as a consumer, there are a ton of products to purchase, many of ... Read more
A young woman in Baton Rouge, LA smiling after flossing.

Should You Keep Flossing?

Flossing: In or Out? It’s been six months since your last teeth cleaning. You arrive at your appointment and get called to head to the back by your hygienist. As she begins cleaning your teeth, she asks the question we all dread. “How often do you floss?” If you’re like ... Read more
Between Tiny Teeth

Tips for Teaching Your Kids to Floss

Even though baby’s first teeth are temporary, getting an early start on excellent dental hygiene practices, including both brushing and flossing, is essential to a lifetime of good oral health. Dental decay is one of the most common childhood diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... Read more
Identifying and Treating Canker and Cold Sores

Canker or Cold Sore: Different Problem. Same Solution.

The influence our oral health has on our quality of life often goes unnoticed until something goes wrong. From essential activities like eating and speaking to those magical moments where we find ourselves lost in a romantic kiss, our mouths play a key role in how we feel and ... Read more
Gum Recession Prevention

Brush and Floss to Prevent Your Gums from Receding

Improper oral health hygiene has far-reaching, long-term consequences that go beyond cavities: Receding gums (or gingival recession) is the exposure of the roots of teeth caused by a loss of tissue surrounding the gums. Gum recession is common in adults over the age of 40, but younger adults may ... Read more