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7 Things Dentists Wish Patients Would Stop Doing and Why Each One Actually Matters

7 Things Dentists Wish Patients Would Stop Doing and Why Each One Actually Matters

Dr. Brett Langston has seen it all: patients who use their front teeth as scissors, drink four Diet Cokes a day and wonder why they have cavities, and show up the Thursday before a Saturday wedding asking for a crown. The habits that most frequently lead to preventable restorations, accelerated decay, and rushed treatment with...
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How Long Do Temporary Dental Crowns Last?

Before getting your permanent dental crown, you usually get a short-term installation called a temporary crown. This is meant to be a placeholder for your custom-fit permanent crown.  Things happen, and life can get in the way of your next appointment. How long do temporary dental crowns last? Can you keep them indefinitely?  Many patients...
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The Link Between Oral Health and Overall Well-being: Start with Teeth Cleaning

It’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life and forget about your routine teeth cleaning appointment. However, your mouth is the gateway to your body. Prioritizing your teeth and gums is crucial for oral health and overall well-being. One simple yet effective way to keep yourself on track is by...
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Dental Phobia in Adults: Strategies for Unlearning Your Fear of the Dentist

Dental anxiety can be overwhelming, debilitating, and even embarrassing. But the truth is that being afraid of the dentist is nothing to be ashamed of, and more importantly, it’s no reason to avoid getting the dental care you need. Some level of dental anxiety is common among adults and children alike, but the good news...
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Nutrition and Your Teeth: Foods Dentists Recommend (and Avoid)

What you eat affects your whole body, including your teeth. That’s why dentists will steer you away from some foods, especially sweets, and encourage you to eat others, like fibrous vegetables. Protein and vitamin deficiencies can harm children’s dental health because they can delay tooth eruption and jaw development. However, these deficiencies can affect your...
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Dental Expert Shares His Own Dental Hygiene Journey & Daily Routine Graphic

Dental Expert Shares His Own Dental Hygiene Journey & Daily Routine

 Well, it’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. And I figure what better way to get to know me than to share my dental experience and how I take care of my mouth.  Do you Brush Before Breakfast or After Breakfast? I brush every morning before breakfast. I wake up and I brush while...
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Why Do People Have GAP TEETH & The Best Ways to Fix It Graphic

Why Do People Have Gap Teeth & The Best Ways to Fix It

 Do you have gap teeth and wonder why that’s the case? Are you looking to fix your appearance and want to know what your options are and the process for how that would happen?  Hi, I’m Dr. Brett Langston. I’m a prosthodontist and the director of Dental Implant and Aesthetic Specialist here in Brookhaven,...
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What Drinks Are the Worst for Your Teeth?

Much care goes into keeping your teeth healthy. Your brushing and flossing routine, regular check-ups and cleanings with your dentist, and of course, what you eat and drink are all incredibly important. Most people are aware that certain drinks can increase your risk of tooth decay, but which ones are the worst offenders? In most cases,...
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