Dental Hygienists are the cornerstone of a dental office’s day-to-day operation. Every role in a dental office is important, but the dental hygienist is the person who provides the care and maintenance services for a patient’s mouth for the largest percentage of daily appointments. What Does A Dental Hygienist Do? Every dental office has its… Read more »
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Dry mouth or xerostomia is a dental condition signified by an insufficient amount of saliva in the mouth. Producing a small amount of saliva may not sound problematic, but saliva has many functions. First, it keeps your mouth moist so that you can talk comfortably as well as taste, chew, and swallow food. Saliva also… Read more »
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Working as a dental hygienist can be a rewarding experience, but what if you’re not sure that experience is right for you? The best way to get a feel for working as a dental hygienist, without leaping to obtain your certification, is to see what a dental hygienist does on a typical day. Before Work… Read more »
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October is Caries Disease Awareness Month! Caries Disease Awareness Month started as a movement dedicated to changing public perception about mouth health. We seek to educate the public about the actual cause of cavities. Decay is a disease process that can affect anyone regardless of good dental hygiene and low sugar intake. Fortunately, this process… Read more »
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Can You Brush Away a Cavity? Cavities are one of the most common conditions Americans have. Unfortunately, many people avoid getting treatment for their cavities, perhaps due to financial constraints or other reasons. The CDC estimates that about 25 percent of American adults have at least one untreated cavity. They try to treat the condition… Read more »
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