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Should Adults Continue Fluoride Treatments?
posted: Oct. 18, 2022.
Many adults wonder if they should continue to receive fluoride treatments. Our team at Lourdes Christopher wants to set the record straight about the usefulness of fluoride treatment for adults. There Read more
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Treating Gum Recession with Tissue Grafting
posted: Oct. 11, 2022.
One of the concerns we sometimes hear at Lourdes Christopher is, “My gums just don’t look the same they once did. What is causing this?” Our gums recede for a number Read more
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October is National Dental Hygiene Month: A simple oral health routine for your busy lifestyle
posted: Oct. 04, 2022.
Adults are no strangers to feeling like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done. Your alarm clock rings and within minutes you ping pong around Read more
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My gums are shrinking!
posted: Sep. 27, 2022.
Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
posted: Sep. 20, 2022.
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is Read more
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Do We Outgrow Tooth Decay?
posted: Sep. 13, 2022.
Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further! We tend to think Read more
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What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 06, 2022.
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 30, 2022.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
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Periodontal Disease Associated with Cardiovascular Risk
posted: Aug. 23, 2022.
We all know that brushing your teeth and flossing regularly keeps your smile sparkly and bright, but did you realize that cleaning your teeth can actually help your heart? Recent Read more
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How Crown Lengthening Can Improve Your Smile
posted: Aug. 16, 2022.
Crown lengthening, also known as a gum lift, is generally performed by the doctor in order to improve the health of the gum tissue, or to prepare the mouth for Read more
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Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
posted: Aug. 09, 2022.
It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read more
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Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
posted: Aug. 02, 2022.
One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Read more
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The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco
posted: Jul. 26, 2022.
Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns. Smokeless tobacco comes in Read more
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Can I use mouthwash instead of flossing?
posted: Jul. 19, 2022.
While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes Read more
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Oral Diseases and How You Can Avoid Them
posted: Jul. 12, 2022.
While modern dental science has made remarkable advances in treating oral diseases, prevention is always better than cure. To keep our mouth, gums, and teeth their healthiest, there are some Read more
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Suffer from Dental Anxiety? Not a Problem.
posted: Jul. 05, 2022.
If you suffer from dental anxiety, we understand that paying a visit to our office can seem like a nearly impossible mission. Regardless of what the root of that anxiety Read more