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22 Oct How Mouthwash Helps Protect Your Oral Health

Posted at 18:03h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Mouthwash helps reduce your risk of cavities and gum disease by killing harmful bacteria. And as an added benefit, it also freshens your breath. It might seem like an unnecessary step, but mouthwash actually does protect your oral health. Here's why you should be using...

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03 Nov The Link Between Heart Disease and Gum Disease

Posted at 02:22h in General Health by Hicks Dental Group

Believe it or not, oral health and heart health are definitely connected. When there is a problem with one, there is often trouble with the other. In fact, there are many connections between chronic health problems and poor oral health. One of the most concerning...

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18 Aug Caring for a Mouth Ulcer: When to Go to the Dentist 

Posted at 02:56h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Small and painful mouth ulcers like canker sores are a common oral health complaint. They can appear anywhere in the soft tissues of your mouth, including the lips, cheeks, tongue, and gums. They are often caused by minor injuries (like a bite to the cheek)...

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17 Jul 5 Common Dental Emergencies for Kids

Posted at 05:35h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Daily brushing and flossing is a must for children, but it won’t prevent dental emergencies. Dental pain can cause major disruptions in your child’s development and affect the way that they learn, play, speak, and eat. And because some infections can spread from the mouth...

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31 May Why Does My Kid Need Children’s Toothpaste?

Posted at 03:32h in Pediatric Dentistry by Hicks Dental Group

Many parents wonder why kids need their own toothpaste. Is it only about the flavor? Wouldn’t it be easier to let your kids use the same toothpaste you do? Just like we shouldn’t give our children adult formulas or doses of pain medications, adult toothpaste...

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27 Feb Hard vs. Soft Toothbrushes: Why Bristle Strength Matters

Posted at 02:17h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

We’ve all been there, standing in the toothbrush aisle, wondering, “Does it matter which one I pick?” With so many choices, finding the right toothbrush can feel overwhelming, and you might just be tempted to grab the closest brush in your favorite color. But when...

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13 Jan Why Dental Health Should Top Your New Year’s Resolutions

Posted at 04:25h in Dental Health by Hicks Dental Group

Happy New Year! Along with the excitement of ringing in a new year, we get to make new resolutions. Setting resolutions is a practice that can test your ambitions, help you reach new goals, and improve your wellbeing. But keeping your resolutions doesn't need to...

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07 Dec The Four Types of Human Teeth and How They Work

Posted at 06:02h in General Health by Hicks Dental Group

Our teeth are the first stop in the digestive process and we use them constantly every day. But did you know that different teeth have different functions? Every human has incisors, canines, premolars, and molars, and each tooth has a specific purpose. Let’s give our...

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28 Sep Lip Care is Important: It Speaks To Your Oral Health

Posted at 04:42h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Lips come in all sorts of beautiful shapes, sizes, and colors, but they also serve some very important functions. Our lips help us form words, express our emotions, show affection, and enjoy our favorite foods and drinks. They even help protect our oral health!  There’s much...

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04 Sep Why You Need Your Tooth Enamel

Posted at 20:34h in Oral Health by Hicks Dental Group

Tooth enamel is stronger than bone, but it is not invincible. Many things can damage it, like plaque buildup, acidic drinks, teeth grinding, and injuries. And since tooth enamel does not grow back, you need to take good care of it.  While brushing and flossing are...

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