Many of us are incredibly health-conscious when it comes to which beverages we allow to pass our lips. However, what we often don’t consider is how these drinks will affect our oral health. That’s right, a lot of popular beverages out there can affect your pearly whites, whether negatively or positively. A dentist in Northwest Dallas is here to discuss four of them.

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You’re putting the finishing touches on wrapping your holiday presents and sucking on a candy cane. Since you’re just about done with it, you decide to take a bite. A jolt of pain shoots through your mouth. You spit out a couple of pieces of your tooth! What should you do in situations like these? No matter what, you should first call your emergency dentist in Far North Dallas. Here’s a guide on what else you should do in various dental emergencies.

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The average treatment time for traditional braces is anywhere from 24 to 36 months. You don’t want to go that long without effectively brushing and flossing, do you? Believe it or not, many people with braces do not brush and floss around their appliance correctly, increasing their risk of problems like tooth decay and gum disease. This is especially true because braces can trap food particles against your teeth and attract bacteria. Luckily, an orthodontist in Pleasant Grove has written this guide on how to brush and floss with traditional braces.

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You’ve finally gotten all the toys for your son or daughter wrapped and put under the tree. You’ve bought cookies and milk to set out for Santa Claus. Yet it still feels like you’ve forgotten something… the stockings! You forgot to put gifts in them! Luckily, a dentist in Mesquite is here with a few ideas for last-minute stocking stuffers that are also healthy for your child’s teeth.

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