If you are an adult that is considering braces, you should know that you are not alone in this journey. There are more and more adults choosing to get braces nowadays. This is due to the fact that there are many benefits to getting braces as an adult that go further than a pretty smile. …
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Dental checkups are a very important part of your oral health. It is during these checkups that our team here at Alluvial can detect any issues that might be developing within your teeth, gums, mouth and throat. It is always much easier to treat and manage dental issues when caught early than to let them…
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Sugar is one of the worst enemies of your teeth. It is not necessarily because of the sugar itself but rather because sugar prompts lactic acid production in the mouth. Lactic acid is produced when the bad bacteria in the mouth begins to eat the sugar you consume. Lactic acid is known to lower the…
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Teeth whitening treatments are a great option for people who suffer from discolored teeth. These treatments are popular because they can brighten any smile without having to undergo any major dental procedures. If you are contemplating using a whitening treatment, we want to encourage you to consider doing a professional teeth whitening. Professional teeth whitening…
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Happy new year! It is 2021 and while the world continues to face Covid-19 challenges, we hope that your year has begun on a healthy note. We specially hope that you have added your oral health to your list of resolutions this year. To help you commit to that, we want to address one of…
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Tooth decay and gum disease are both oral health issues that affect many people at some point in their lives. Nearly 50% of all adults over 30 years of age suffer from gum diseases while 25% develop untreated tooth decay. There are ways to help prevent these two oral issues. However, if you are already…
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Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss. It is also one of the most overlooked oral health issues out there. This is probably because the signs of gum disease tend to be very subtle in comparison to other dental problems. Unfortunately, over 50% of American adults suffer from gum disease. If…
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Did you know that over 40 million Americans suffer from some form of tooth sensitivity? That is over 40 million humans who deal with pain or discomfort in their teeth when being exposed to certain stimuli such as hot or cold foods. If you are amongst these individuals, you are really not alone. Tooth sensitivity…
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The safety of dental x-rays has been long debated. It is not uncommon for patients to try to avoid getting dental x-rays due to fear of being exposed to radiation. If you are amongst these patients, this article is for you! Dental x-rays are frequently used by dentists to help assess the condition of a…
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Let’s face it, no one wakes up in the morning with fresh breath. This means that having bad breath is normal in humans to some extent. The problem is that sometimes bad breath can be persistent. If you are dealing with this dilemma, we want you to know that you are not alone. There are…
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