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Are you at risk?
Are you at risk? Low pH levels (high acid content) and high sugar levels put you at an increased risk for cavities. PRODUCT ACID PH LEVEL Lower number = higher acid SUGAR Teaspoons per 12...
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Gum disease can kill more than your smile
Gum disease is caused by bacteria. When your gums are inflamed, bacteria from the mouth are getting into your bloodstream. This leads to an increased risk for the serious health problems listed above…
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Dry Mouth?
Have you ever had dry mouth or cotton mouth? Everyone occasionally has a dry, sticky feeling in their mouth because of heat or a reaction to food but when your mouth is chronically dry, it’s...
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The Link between Diabetes and Periodontal Disease
People with diabetes are more likely to have periodontal disease than people without diabetes, probably because diabetics are more susceptible to contracting infections. In fact, periodontal disease is...
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Digital X-Rays and You
Did you know that we have digital x-rays at Rubash Dental? Digital x-rays use up to 80% less radiation than film x-rays and are better for the environment because there are no chemicals or waste...
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Kick the ice habit
Ice is natural and sugar free, so it is harmless, right? Wrong! Munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth. The chomping may also irritate the soft tissue inside a tooth, and a...
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Tongue Piercings and you Teeth
Tongue piercings may be cool and trendy, but biting down on the metal stud can crack or break a tooth. Also when the piercing rubs against the gums, it can cause damage that may lead to tooth loss. If...
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Baby Bottle Mouth
Giving your baby or toddler a bedtime bottle can seem like a harmless idea at the end of a long day, when you are exhausted. Unfortunately this can lead to bottle mouth, a pattern of tooth decay that...
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Stubborn Stains
Staining may look wonderful on your deck, but definitely not on your teeth. Staining agents often found in some of our favorite foods and drinks can have a nasty effect on our teeth. Pigments from...
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Baby Teeth Need Special Care
Even though you cannot see them, a newborn baby has all 20 of their baby or primary teeth already formed and hidden in the infant’s jaw bone. During the next 3 years these primary teeth will...
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