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10 tips to a whiter, brighter smile

Posted on: June 8, 2022 June 1, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

Say cheese! A smile is likely the first physical feature people notice when meeting someone. Knowing this, it’s important to feel confident in your smile and teeth. To enhance the appearance of your smile and give yourself a confidence boost,…

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Tips for teaching children to brush and floss their teeth

Posted on: May 15, 2022 May 3, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

Parenting is difficult. There is so much to teach, and children aren’t always the best listeners. One important skill to teach is quality dental hygiene. There are countless links between dental health and overall health, so starting off your child…

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What’s causing your toothache?

Posted on: May 10, 2022 May 3, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

Toothaches include any pain or irritation associated with your teeth. It might be your tooth, the roots or the gums surrounding your tooth that are causing the irritation. To evaluate the true cause of a toothache, it is best to…

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Guide to gum health

Posted on: February 5, 2022 February 1, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

Did you know that gum health is just as important as tooth health? It’s true! As the supporting structure for your teeth, gums have the important jobs of keeping your teeth in place and protecting them from harmful bacteria. Neglecting…

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10 fun facts about teeth

Posted on: January 19, 2022 January 3, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

When it comes to teeth, the dentist knows all. But with these 10 fun facts, you’re sure to impress the dentist with your knowledge!  The tooth fairy accounts for inflation. In 1950, children found 25 cents on average beneath their pillows in…

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New year, new dental habits

Posted on: January 9, 2022 January 17, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

The new year is a time to start fresh, set goals and ditch bad habits. For many, this includes setting new year’s resolutions, and one of the most popular new year’s resolutions is to live healthier.   Living healthier usually means…

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Why healthy baby teeth are important

Posted on: January 3, 2022 January 3, 2022 Written by: jacksondental

Many parents are under the impression that because baby teeth fall out, their health is not as important as permanent adult teeth. This assumption is far from true! Baby teeth play a key role in a child’s present and future oral health. They impact the alignment of permanent…

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Cavity prevention tips and tricks

Posted on: December 20, 2021 December 1, 2021 Written by: jacksondental

Cherry pies, sugar cookies, candy canes, gumdrops and fruit cake. There is no shortage of sweet treats when it comes to the holiday season. But with increased sugar intake comes increased risk for cavities, so pay extra close attention to the…

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Floss then brush or brush then floss?

Posted on: November 9, 2021 November 9, 2021 Written by: jacksondental

Show of hands: How many of you floss regularly? If you raised your hand, you’re in the majority – barely. A recent study found that only 50.5% of Americans floss every day even though the American Dental Association recommends it.…

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Flossing 101

Posted on: January 13, 2021 January 13, 2021 Written by: jacksondental

If you’re one of the 18% who don’t do it or maybe you do it, but not as regularly as you should, here are a few tips to help you make it part of your daily routine.

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Flossing, along with regular brushing, is critical to your overall dental health. But unfortunately, it’s still something that most Americans don’t do it regularly. A study by the American Dental Association found that “18.5% of Americans don’t floss at all.”…
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Tooth-healthy breakfast ideas

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10 tips to a whiter, brighter smile

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Don’t ignore your tongue

Flossing, along with regular brushing, is critical to your overall dental health. But unfortunately, it’s still something that most Americans don’t do it regularly. A study by the American Dental Association found that “18.5% of Americans don’t floss at all.”…
Continue reading “Flossing 101”…

Tooth-healthy breakfast ideas

Flossing, along with regular brushing, is critical to your overall dental health. But unfortunately, it’s still something that most Americans don’t do it regularly. A study by the American Dental Association found that “18.5% of Americans don’t floss at all.”…
Continue reading “Flossing 101”…
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