Is Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Better Than Fluoride?
For decades, dentists have recommended fluorite toothpaste as the dental product of choice for strong teeth. In fact, it is still considered the standard in all dental schools but, as the field of dentistry develops, new ingredients are tested for...
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Tips on How to Floss, From Dental Specialists
At King Street Dental, we never get tired of saying it, but one of the most important tools you can use to drastically improve your dental health is a simple flossing thread. When done correctly, flossing cleans out food debris...
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Can Tooth Decay Be Reversed?
Tooth decay (cavities) is the damage to a tooth caused by the buildup of dental plaque in the mouth, which turns sugars into acid that attacks the teeth. Our mouths are full of bacteria – some good, some bad. The...
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How Do Vitamins and Minerals Affect Your Teeth?
You already know how important vitamins and minerals are to keep your body working properly and boost your immune system, but did you know that certain vitamins and minerals also have a positive effect on your oral health? Those powerful...
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What is Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)?
Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) affects the movement of your jaw. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) are among the most complex joints in the body. They act like a sliding hinge that connects your jawbone to your skull and sufferers of this...
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How Does Smoking Affect Your Oral Health?
Everyone knows about the negative impacts of smoking on your heart and lungs, but it can also be seriously detrimental to oral health. It’s estimated that over 11% of Australian adults smoke (2019 data), and this group of the population...
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