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Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery
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Chronic Dry Mouth Is More Serious Than an Unpleasant Feeling
posted: Aug. 29, 2021.
It's normal to have occasional mouth dryness—that "cotton mouth" feeling when you first wake up or after eating a spicy meal. It soon dissipates, though, leaving you no worse Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Don't brush after EVERY meal!
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
This may come as a surprise, but brushing your teeth right after a meal can be one of the worst things you can do for your healthy teeth. A toothbrush
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Cracked Mouth Corners: How to Resolve This Irritating Problem
posted: Aug. 19, 2021.
In addition to the usual tooth and gum problems, dentists also see patients with soft tissue infections in and around the mouth. One of the more common of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why it’s Important to Leave Us Reviews
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
At our office, the doctor and our team do all that we can to make sure that your experience with us is the best it can possibly be. However, there’s
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Anxiety, Phobia, and Fear of the Dentist
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
Not many people look forward to going to the dentist, especially if you already know that you need dental work done. A small amount of anxiety is one thing, but
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How MLB Star Aaron Judge Changed His Smile and How You Can Too
posted: Aug. 09, 2021.
Between the final game of the World Series in late October and spring training in February, major league baseball players work on their skills preparing for the new season. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Xylitol: A significant factor for improving your oral health
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener found in tree bark, plants, fruits, and vegetables. The human body also produces it in small amounts. It looks and tastes like sugar, so
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Practical Tips for Keeping Your Teeth Clean While Wearing Braces
posted: Jul. 30, 2021.
Wearing braces can pose challenges for your daily life and habits. One in particular is trying to keep your teeth and gums clean. Braces or not, your oral hygiene needs Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Oral Piercing: What you should know
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
If you have been thinking about getting a piercing, or if you already have one or more, there are some health risks our team at Lafond & Tambini, DMD wants
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What’s the deal with bottled water?
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
As more people turn to bottled water and away from the tap, they may be missing out on one important ingredient that most brands of bottled water fail to include:
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This One Cosmetic Method Could Improve a Multiple of Tooth Flaws
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
You could have an unattractive smile because of a chipped tooth or one slightly out of alignment. Or, it could be both of the above, plus some heavy staining Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
To use or not to use mouthwash; that is the question
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
A famous mouthwash company chose the marketing slogan, “Better than flossing.” As a consumer, would you believe a high-end commercial that essentially tells you to stop flossing? Just use this
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Brush or Floss First? Here's What You Need to Know to Decide
posted: Jul. 10, 2021.
If you like conundrums like "Which came first? The chicken or the egg?", then you may enjoy this one: "Which should you do first, brush or floss?" Both of these Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
What should we blog about?
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
As a patient at Lafond & Tambini, DMD, your opinion matters! the doctor and our team love hearing what our patients think about our practice and the services we provide,
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Whether Voting for a Candidate or Wisdom Teeth, You Can Choose Wisely
posted: Jun. 30, 2021.
During election season, you'll often hear celebrities encouraging you to vote. But this year, Kaia Gerber, an up-and-coming model following the career path of her mother Cindy Crawford, made Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures