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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Happily for all of us who like to celebrate with friends and family, there’s no need to be Irish to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day. Every March 17th, many of us Read more
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At George Salem and Associates, PC, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to Read more
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I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
At George Salem and Associates, PC, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why Read more
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What exactly is tinnitus?
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s Read more
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The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more
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Mouthguard Protection
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Let’s talk about mouthguards and night guards—two crucial appliances that protect your teeth and jaw. We could talk about how important a mouthguard is when you lead an active life. Mouthguards Read more
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Does flossing hurt your gums?
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
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 Read more
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What is a crown?
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
If you have never had a crown before, you might be wondering why crown treatment is best, what the procedure involves, and which type of crown to choose. Let’s get Read more
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Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read more
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read more
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It's a Wrap: Ending the year with a smile!
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
People have been ushering in the New Year for centuries but it became an official holiday in 1582 when Pope George XIII declared January 1st to be the day on Read more
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How Sleep Apnea Can Affect Your Waking Life
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
We all know that sleep apnea causes many a difficult night. Noisy snoring, gasping for breath, and waking up dozens of times a sleep cycle are the unhappy consequences of Read more
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Dental X-rays and Your Child
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
We’re parents, so we worry. It comes with the job description! That’s why we make sure our children use toothbrushes with soft bristles and apply just the right amount of Read more
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
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 Read more
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Tips for a Whiter Smile
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
Everyday life can take a toll on the whiteness of our teeth: Foods we love as well as soft drinks and coffee can stain them over time. Poor brushing and Read more