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Oral health

Learn about why maintaining good oral hygiene is so important to your overall health.

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8 reasons you shouldn’t avoid the dentist
Modern dental care is all about prevention and comfort.

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Gum disease: what you need to know
Almost half of American adults aged 30 or older, show signs of gum disease.

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6 steps to a beautiful smile
Try these simple tips for good oral health from leading dentists.

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3 simple steps to healthier teeth
Follow these pointers to get the most out of your dental routine.

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Foods to choose—and avoid—for better oral health
Aside from brushing and flossing, what you eat can have an impact on the health of your teeth. Learn...

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Breath stress ... Be gone!
Get an upset stomach and here's what else you can get: bad breath. How can you keep that tota...

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Chapped lips? Avoid this ...
If the cooler fall air has you reaching for your lip balm, flip it over and look at the label....

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6 foods that fix bad breath
Can’t get to a toothbrush? Freshen your mouth with these convenient eats.

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Yogurt for a beautiful smile
You brush, you floss, you rinse, you spit -- all for the sake of your pearly whites. But do you e...

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Does your gum have vitamin C?
Snapping and popping gum remain image busters -- just ask Britney Spears watchers. But here's...