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Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Overall Oral Health?

Posted by on January 10, 2022

The age-old question of whether or not chewing gum is good for one’s overall Oral health has been debated since its invention. Advocates insist that chewing gum can help clean teeth by dislodging food particles as well as freshen breath. At the same time, naysayers argue that it can lead to tooth decay and increase […]

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The Do’s and Don’ts After a Tooth Extraction

Posted by on December 16, 2021

Purchased your favorite over-the-counter painkiller? Been to the dentist’s office for treatment? If either of these describes you, congratulations! You can stop reading this article. However, if you’re still interested in how to care for yourself after a tooth extraction, read on. Tooth extraction can be an anxious time for many people, but there are […]

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How to Clean Your Own Teeth

Posted by on December 18, 2020

Our work as a Gresham family dentist means that we do a lot of teeth cleaning. But what we do doesn’t count for much without diligent care at home. Fun fact of the day, did you know that 25% of adults do not brush their teeth twice a day, increasing their risk of developing tooth […]

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