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Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 30, 2023
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. the
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 23, 2023
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right
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Canker Sores and Stress
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 16, 2023
Canker sores are painful lesions that form in the soft tissues of the mouth, usually along the inner lips, under the tongue, and along the cheek walls. They are usually
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 09, 2023
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning
We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: May 02, 2023
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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The Five Most Common Reasons for Emergency Visits
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 25, 2023
An emergency usually evokes panic, and for good reason. Emergencies don’t discriminate when it comes to time or place. They’ll happen during your vacation, at home, while you’re shopping for
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Every Day is Earth Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 18, 2023
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a
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What should I do if my child has a toothache?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 11, 2023
Toothaches in children can be tricky ordeals that cause distress for both the child and the parent. You may feel helpless and frustrated because you cannot pinpoint the location of
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This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Apr. 04, 2023
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two
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I have sensitive teeth. What are my options?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 28, 2023
At Hartland Gentle Dental, we have patients coming in asking us why a taste of ice cream or a sip of coffee becomes a painful experience, or why brushing or
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Oral Health for the Young Adult
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
Young adults often have the reputation of not taking good care of themselves. You may feel invincible, and not realize how much your behaviors now can affect your health later
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Going Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: 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
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
At Hartland Gentle Dental, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One
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Just What Is Plaque?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because:
It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth
It causes cavities
It causes gum disease
And really,
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Let’s Talk About Fluoride
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
So much of parenting is a balancing act. Making sure your child has enough play time and enough nap time. Crafting meals that are both healthy and appealing. Making sure
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The Start of Valentine’s Day
Author:
Anonymous
updated: 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
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