Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health
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Oral-Systemic Health
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.
Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health
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What happens if I don’t have my wisdom teeth removed?
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.
One of the things the doctor and our team at Drake Tollefson DDS monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Third molars
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Do You Have A Cavity?
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.
Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Drake Tollefson DDS wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in both
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Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.
The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Whitening an Artificial Tooth
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.
It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as
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Implants: Why it's important to replace missing teeth
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.
The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay,
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How to Prevent Dry Socket
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.
When you have a tooth extracted, your body immediately sets to work to help protect the affected area. The blood that collects at the site of the extraction clots to
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The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway?
The
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Healthy Gums and Older Adults
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.
One of the most important parts of staying healthy as we grow older is being open to learning new ways of staying healthy! While worrying about braces or wisdom teeth
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The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.
Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or
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Curing the Nail-Biting Habit
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.
Do you ever find yourself gnawing at your nails? Nail-biting is a very common and difficult to break habit which usually has its beginnings in childhood. It can leave your
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Happy Fourth of July
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they
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Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you
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Is gingivitis preventable?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
The earliest sign of gum disease is called gingivitis (sometimes called periodontal disease), and is an inflammation of the gums. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to gum tissue loss,
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Is a Loose Tooth a Lost Tooth? Not Necessarily!
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign
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