Bad Breath That Won’t Go Away? It May Be More Than a Mouthwash Problem Everyone experiences bad breath from time to time. But what if you’ve noticed that the problem keeps coming back—even after brushing, flossing and using mouthwash? That may be a reason to look beyond simply masking the odor. Why does bad breath
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Nervous About the Dentist? You’re Not Alone. For some people, making a dental appointment is easy. For others, simply picking up the phone can create anxiety. Maybe you’re worried about discomfort. Perhaps you’ve had a difficult dental experience in the past. Or maybe you’ve avoided the dentist for several years and feel embarrassed about the
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Does It Hurt When You Bite? You May Have a Cracked Tooth Some dental problems announce themselves with constant pain. Others don’t. You may feel completely fine most of the day but experience a sharp or uncomfortable sensation whenever you bite down on one particular tooth. That symptom deserves attention. Why can a cracked tooth
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Dry Mouth Isn’t Just Thirst: Could Your Medication Be Affecting Your Teeth? You drink water throughout the day, but your mouth still feels unusually dry. Maybe your throat feels dry at night. Perhaps you’re experiencing more cavities, sensitivity or discomfort than usual. Dry mouth can have several causes, and medication is one of them. What
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Halloween Candy: Which Treats Are Easier on Your Child’s Teeth? Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for children—and one of the times parents may start thinking about sugar, cavities and dental health. But protecting your child’s teeth doesn’t necessarily mean taking all the fun out of Halloween. Not all candy
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🩸🦷 Bleeding Gums: Should You Ignore Them? Seeing a little blood when you brush or floss can be easy to dismiss. You might think you brushed too hard, flossed differently than usual, or simply have sensitive gums. Sometimes that’s exactly what’s happening. But repeated bleeding deserves attention because it can also be a sign of
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September Family Dental Reset: Why Now Is a Good Time to Plan September brings a familiar change for many Bellevue families: school starts, summer schedules settle down, and everyone’s calendar begins filling up again. It can also be a good opportunity to get the family’s dental care organized. What may have been postponed? Summer vacations,
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You wake up in the morning with a sore jaw. Maybe you also have a headache or notice that your teeth feel unusually sensitive. Could nighttime grinding or clenching be part of the problem? You may not know you’re grinding One of the frustrating things about nighttime grinding—also called bruxism—is that it happens while you’re
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When Should You Replace an Old Filling or Crown? If you’ve had the same filling or crown for many years and it isn’t causing any problems, you may assume there’s no reason to have it checked. But dental restorations don’t necessarily last forever—and problems can sometimes develop before you notice pain. Why can old restorations
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Why September Is the Right Time to Review Your Dental Benefits September may seem early to think about the end of the year, but when it comes to dental care, planning ahead can make things much easier. If you have dental insurance, this is a practical time to review your remaining benefits and think about
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