Perhaps you don't even know you grind your teeth. Maybe a spouse or loved one woke you up in the middle of the night and made you aware of what
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Teeth Grinding: Not just a bad habit, but a dental concern
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
Perhaps you don't even know you grind your teeth. Maybe a spouse or loved one woke you up in the middle of the night and made you aware of what
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Keep a Watchful Eye on Your Child's Teeth Grinding Habit
posted: Sep. 08, 2021.
More than one parent has wakened in the middle of the night to an unnerving sound emanating from their child's bedroom. Although it might seem like something from the Read more -
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
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
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There Are a Several Possible Causes for a Gummy Smile
posted: Aug. 29, 2021.
Besides straight and translucent teeth, an attractive smile has another important component: balance. In a great smile, the visible areas of the teeth and gums are in balanced proportion Read more -
What is biofilm?
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Biofilm, the protective housing for bacteria, is a hot topic in the medical and dental fields. Routinely taking an antibiotic for a bacterial infection has become more complicated because of
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Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen: A Celebrity Couple's Secrets for a Beautiful Smile
posted: Aug. 19, 2021.
Love at first sight—it's an endearing notion found in movies and novels, but perhaps we're a little skeptical about it happening in real life. Then again, maybe it does Read more -
Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as
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Building Blocks for a Healthy Grown-Up Smile
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Even before a baby is born, those tiny baby teeth are already forming. Expectant mothers can help ensure that their children’s baby teeth will be strong and healthy by getting
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Chronic Dry Mouth Is More Serious Than an Unpleasant Feeling
posted: Aug. 09, 2021.
It's normal to have occasional mouth dryness—that "cotton mouth" feeling when you first wake up or after eating a spicy meal. It soon dissipates, though, leaving you no worse Read more -
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Your New Porcelain Veneers Can Last and Look Great a Long Time
posted: Jul. 30, 2021.
Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to Read more -
How Often Should You Have Your Teeth Cleaned?
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there!
Why
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What NOT to Eat after Wisdom Teeth Extraction
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
Now that you’re having your wisdom teeth removed at our Traverse City, Michigan office, you’re probably looking forward to spending a few days on the couch with a cool dish
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Think Twice Before You Undergo Botox Treatment for Chronic Jaw Pain
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
There's still much about the underlying nature of chronic jaw joint dysfunction we have yet to unravel. Treating these conditions known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) may therefore require Read more -
The Importance of Oral Cancer Screenings
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients at Dentistry For Northern Michigan, we proudly screen our patients for oral
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