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School Snacks Good for Your Child’s Teeth

One question that many dentists and hygienists ask at cleanings is what snacks your child eats, and how often. There’s a good reason for that. Snacking can cause plaque growth and tooth decay, especially if it’s sugary foods being consumed. Acids form in your mouth when you eat sugar, which can damage your enamel. Snacking …

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7 Ways to Clean Your Teeth When You Don’t Have a Toothbrush Handy

One question that comes up when watching the television show Survivor, is how do they brush their teeth? There are lots of times when our patients are also out in the wild (or in an airplane) and want to brush their teeth, but don’t have their toothbrush handy. What to do? Fortunately, a little forward …

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Dentistry from the Heart

Everyone deserves to have a healthy mouth. At Klement Family Dental, we’ve been providing high quality dental care to patients for more than 35 years. Unfortunately, not everyone can afford dental visits, even emergency dental visits. About 130 million individuals didn’t have dental insurance in 2012 (the latest numbers available) according to Slate. When surveyed, …

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Kids are out of School for Summer: Time for a Dental Cleaning

The kids are out of school for the summer. You probably have a lot of things on your list for the kids to do: family vacation, pool, beach, hanging out in the hammock, playdates, camp, shopping for school supplies and fall clothing, and maybe even a dental cleaning. What? Dental appointments? Actually, summer is a …

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When Should I Get a Filling Versus a Crown?

If you have cavities or a weakened or fractured tooth, your regular or emergency dentist will likely recommend a filling or a crown. Sometimes these treatments can be used interchangeably, but it’s often better to use one over the other. Dentistry relies on several factors to help determine which option to recommend to patients. It’s …

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The Truth About Fillings

When someone laughs or opens their mouth widely, you get a glimpse into their mouth. If you just see white teeth, you might assume they have healthy teeth with no cavities. In previous generations, it was more common to see a lot of metal in those molars. Dentistry has evolved in terms of technology and …

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What You Should Know About Oral Cancer

It doesn’t get a lot of attention in the media, but oral cancer is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects thousands of American each year. Here’s the good news: if oral cancer is caught early enough, it’s usually treatable. That’s why it’s so important to see a dentist in St. Petersburg, FL for …

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What Is TMJ and How Is it Treated?

If you have pain in your jaw, you could be suffering from a broad category of joint and muscle disorders that affect your temporomandibular joint. Located right in front of your ear, it’s the joint where your lower jaw bone called the mandible connects with your temporal bone. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders are more …

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What Causes Dry Mouth?

If you experience dry mouth, you’re certainly not alone. According to the American Dental Association, up to 65 percent of the population experiences dry mouth. The condition is characterized by a sticky, dry feeling in your mouth and throat. You may also feel like your mouth is burning or have difficulty swallowing, chewing or talking. …

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