“Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health.
But that’s
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Healthy Gum, Healthy Mouth
updated: Mar. 29, 2022
“Shouldn’t that be healthy gums,” you’re thinking? And, of course, you’re correct. Healthy gums are extremely important not only for our dental well-being, but for our overall physical health.
But that’s
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What is hand-foot-and-mouth disease?
updated: Mar. 22, 2022
Hand-foot-and-mouth disease, or HFMD, is a type of contagious viral illness that causes a rash in the mouth and on the hands and feet of infants and young children, and,
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
updated: Mar. 15, 2022
Millions of people, around Holland, Michigan and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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Does chronic stress impact periodontal health?
updated: Mar. 08, 2022
Many studies over the past several years have focused on this question. Since we will all face stressful situations during our life, it is a good question to ask. This
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
updated: Mar. 01, 2022
Capturing the Moment
At Phares Family Dentistry we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little
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Anatomy of a Smile Makeover
updated: Feb. 22, 2022
A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, the doctor may perform or suggest a variety of options. The
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How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
updated: Feb. 15, 2022
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are
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Choose Chocolate on Valentine's Day
updated: Feb. 08, 2022
From a student handing out sweets for her classmates to an older married couple exchanging boxes of candy, Valentine’s Day is the time of year when people like to show
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February is Heart Month
updated: Feb. 01, 2022
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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How safe are dental X-rays?
updated: Jan. 25, 2022
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real
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Improve your oral health with xylitol!
updated: Jan. 18, 2022
Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables;
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Are you at risk for tooth erosion?
updated: Jan. 11, 2022
Many people consume carbonated or sugary drinks and acidic foods every day but have no idea those beverages may be harming their teeth, making them vulnerable to tooth erosion. The
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
updated: Jan. 04, 2022
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
updated: Dec. 28, 2021
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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Chewing Gum: Fact and Fiction
updated: Dec. 21, 2021
Remember all the things your parents would tell you when you were growing up to scare you away from doing something? Like how lying might make your nose grow, misbehaving
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What exactly is a root canal?
updated: Dec. 14, 2021
Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor
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