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Gum Disease at a Glance

Gum disease is no small threat, considering the fact that it affects over 70% of adults in the United States. However, its prevalence is largely facilitated by neglect, whether in the form of poor oral hygiene or a lack of due diligence when the warning signs of gum disease become present. Your Milford dentists at Sensitive Care hope to increase your vigilance in the fight against gum disease by explaining the true dangers your smile faces when it’s allowed to run rampant.

Toothbrush Etiquette 101

Brushing your teeth exists as an integral practice to maintaining optimum oral health. Furthermore, care and storage for your toothbrush should be considered important. Studies have shown that your oral brushing instrument could, in fact, harbor bacteria if cared for improperly. Although your body constantly defends itself from harmful microorganisms, brushing with a dirty toothbrush and adding to the mix of 600 different kinds of identifiable bacteria in your mouth isn’t advised.

Happy Hour Guide: How Alcohol Affects Your Teeth

It may only be Tuesday, but it’s almost five o’clock, and you can hear those happy hour specials calling your name. Before you hit the bar with your coworkers, however, you should take a few minutes to think about how alcohol impacts your smile. In this post, your cosmetic dentist in Milford explains what happens to your teeth when you drink and outlines your best choices the next time you go to the bar.

Maintaining Your Smile after Teeth Whitening

When you choose to have teeth whitening treatment at our Milford practice, you are making a great investment in your smile and overall appearance. While teeth whitening is extremely effective and can leave your teeth up to eight shades whiter, it is not permanent. However, there are certain things you can do to maintain your whiter smile and prolong the effects of your treatment.

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