Prime Smile’s Blog
Heart Health and the Dental Connection
January 11, 2021
February is American Heart Month! What does heart health have to do with oral health? Evidence suggests… a lot! Science has found two very distinct links between a person's oral health and heart health. Signs of heart disease may be noticeable in a...
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Keeping Mom and Baby Healthy and Happy During Pregnancy
December 4, 2020
Caring for your mouth while you're pregnant is one of the most important things you can do to help keep you and your baby healthy. Pregnancy and the promise of the pitter-patter of little feet and long afternoon snuggles with your newborn is an exciting...
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When is it Smart to Remove Wisdom Teeth?
November 11, 2020
Some dentists are rethinking automatically extracting wisdom teeth, but in some cases, keeping your wisdom teeth just isn't that wise. When you are born, all your baby teeth are developed and waiting below the gum to start popping through when you are...
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Benefits of Using an Electric Toothbrush
October 13, 2020
Electric toothbrushes are just one more tool you can use at home to keep your smile healthy between professional cleanings. Except for a few leaps in design over the last 3,000 years, toothbrushes haven't changed much since ancient Babylonians...
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Keeping Your Loved One's Mouths Healthy as They Age
September 14, 2020
As our parents age and need more care, don't forget that their oral health is an essential part of their overall health. There comes a time when we become caregivers to those that raised us. Instead of them shuttling us off to music lessons or karate,...
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Use Your Dental Benefits Before They Expire!
August 19, 2020
Dental offices are open again. Here’s why it’s safe (and important) to get back on the schedule and use your dental benefits before they expire. For a few months, dental offices were advised only to see emergencies and cancel what was...
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Dental Abscesses Don't Have to Be A Pain
July 13, 2020
Dental abscesses may sound scary, but they are quickly treated and even preventable! The word abscess can conjure the old-fashioned image of someone with a towel tied around their head with a painful grimace on their face. Thankfully, those days are gone,..
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Don't Forget Your Child's Back-to-School Dental Visit!
July 13, 2020
In the rush of the last days of summer, it might be tempting to ignore your child's summer dental exam, but skipping it could mean detention for your child's mouth. Back-to-school physical? Scheduled. New clothes and shoes? Bought. But don't forget...
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Keep Cool and Get Relief from Tooth Sensitivity
June 8, 2020
Cold foods can make your sensitive teeth feel like a hot mess. Here are some tips to keep your mouth happy this summer. Whether it’s a tall glass of iced tea or your favorite ice cream cone, everyone has their go-to summer treat to help them cool...
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