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How Smiling Affects Health

Posted on 4/24/2023 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim
Smiling can be taken for granted but it has health benefits that can affect the functionality of your body. If smiling will impact your health positively then you will want to keep smiling. Smiling is connected with good oral health and so you will need to observe it. Visit the dentist often to check on you and identify any issues that might affect your, mouth, teeth, neck, and even head and hinder you from smiling. Smiling and the Brain Smiling can positively affect your brain. Smile affects neural transmitters in the brain and gives powerful happy hormones that affect your general health. Neuropeptides will enable communication in your brain and other body parts. Other hormones such as endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin are enhanced by smiling and these give powerful positive effects on the body. What smiling does to the body Endorphins counteract the effects of the stress hormones in the body, they can be enhanced by smiling. The endorphin hormones lower blood pressure...
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Methamphetamine Use and Oral Health

Posted on 4/10/2023 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim
Methamphetamine, also known as meth, is a highly addictive stimulant drug. This drug can have devastating effects on a person's overall health, including dental health. The Effects of Meth Use The use of meth can lead to a condition known as "meth mouth," which is characterized by severe tooth decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss. This results from drug-induced changes in oral hygiene and oral health practices, leading to dry mouth and poor oral hygiene, which contribute to rapid tooth decay and gum disease. In addition to physical damage, meth use can also alter the pH levels in the mouth and decrease saliva production, contributing to further dental problems. Meth can be abused through smoking, snorting, injecting, or swallowing in pill form. Meth users often consume high-calorie and sugary beverages, which can lead to further dental problems. Additionally, clenching, grinding, and other actions performed while under the influence of meth can cause further...
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Importance of Regular Dental Exams

Posted on 3/20/2023 by Dr. Jae Seon Kim
When was the last time you went for a dental exam? Was it within the past six months, or has it been a year or longer? Dental exams are essential to maintaining good oral health, yet many people neglect them. Remember, the dentist is the only person who can notice any issue you may have at an early stage. Below is the importance of regular dental exams. Prevent Dental Emergencies A dental problem left untreated for too long can lead to a dental emergency, such as a toothache, a cracked tooth, or even an abscess. These dental emergencies can be painful, and the treatment required can be costly. However, regular dental exams can help prevent such emergencies by catching dental problems early. Detect Early Dental Problems The dentist will thoroughly examine your mouth in general during your dental exam. The reason to do these is to look for any signs of gum disease, decay, or other oral health issues. Dentists can recommend appropriate treatment before they become more...
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Importance of Regular Dental Exams
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3/6/2023
Child Dental Care Tips
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Dental Sedation for Children
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Diet And Dental Health
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What Is A Mouthguard?
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Retainers Vs. Dental Braces
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Brushing Baby Teeth
11/21/2022
Tooth Anesthesia and Sedation for your Child
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Preventing The Need For Having A Root Canal
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Which Is The Best Tooth Restoration Method?
10/10/2022
The Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups
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Does My Diet Really Matter?
9/5/2022
What are the white spots on my teeth?
8/22/2022
Does a Dentist Perform Deep Cleaning?
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Things To Remember When Having A Dental Appointment
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Why Brushing Your Tongue Is Important
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Two Main Causes of Tooth Erosion
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What is Oil Pulling?
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Who is a Dentist
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The Importance Of Dental Cleanings
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Most Common Types of Dental Surgeries
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Does Dehydration Negatively Impact Your Oral Health
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What Is The Recommended Age Range For Invisalign For Kids?
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How Much Sugar Is Actually In Your Drink?
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Beating Horrible Halitosis
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Energy Drinks and Your Teeth
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Why You Should Visit Our Dental Clinic
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What Is a Dental Inlay?
12/23/2021
Benefits of Restoring Lost Teeth
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Is Sedation Dentistry Safe For You?
11/22/2021
What is the characteristics of an Onlay Concept
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What Are Dental Impressions?
10/25/2021
Bad Habits That Affect Kids Teeth
10/11/2021
Why Scraping is Better for Flossing Than Sawing Motions
9/21/2021
Abscess Symptoms to Keep in Mind
9/6/2021
The Roof of Your Mouth Needs to Be Brushed Too
8/23/2021
Do Your Teeth Need You to Floss Each Day?
8/9/2021
Why Do Your Teeth Need Vitamin D?
7/26/2021
How To Determine if Your Tooth Cracked
7/12/2021
Danger of Ingesting Too Many Sports Drinks
6/21/2021
Reasons We Still Use Bitewing X-rays
6/7/2021
How Endurance Training Could Negatively Impact Your Oral Health
5/24/2021
What are Wisdom Teeth?
5/10/2021
How to Prevent Common Dental Problems
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How to Care for Invisalign Braces
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Everything You Need to Know About Dental Impressions
3/22/2021
Can Bruxism Contribute to TMJ Disorders?
3/8/2021
Three Common Reasons We Might Perform a Dental Extraction
2/22/2021
Do You Know What Dental Debridement Is?
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The Effect of Oral Health on Pregnancy and Baby
1/25/2021
How to Protect Your Smile this Holiday Season
1/11/2021
Does Creamer Lighten Your Coffee Enough to Avoid Stains?
12/21/2020
Do Over the Counter Mouth Guards Do Any Good?
12/7/2020
How to Properly Care for Your Dental Veneers
11/16/2020
How to Properly Care for Your Dental Veneers
11/16/2020
How to Prevent Tea and Coffee from Staining Your Teeth
11/9/2020
How to Prevent Tea and Coffee from Staining Your Teeth
11/9/2020
Signs Your Bite is Unbalanced
10/19/2020
How Untreated TMJ Can Result in Ringing in Your Ears
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What to Do to Help Keep an Infants Gums Clean
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How a Composite Filling Works
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How Breath Mints May Be Harming Your Teeth and Gums
8/24/2020
Ways of Ensuring You Brush for a Full Two Minutes
8/10/2020
Chewing Tobacco Damages your Oral Health Just Like Smoking Does
7/23/2020
Stress Can Do a Number on Your Teeth
7/7/2020
Ways of Covering an Exposed Tooth Root
6/22/2020
Oral Problems in Which Bad Breath Is A Symptom
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Is Tooth Decay Reversible?
3/25/2020
How to Keep Your Tooth Safe When Recovering from a Root Canal
3/15/2020
What to Do to Keep Your Veneers Looking Great
2/29/2020
Which Problems are Actually Dental Emergencies?
2/15/2020
What Happens During Molar Uprighting?
1/25/2020
How to Manage a Toothache While You Wait for Your Appointment with Us
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Oral Health Benefits that Come with Eating Seaweed
12/25/2019
Natural Ways to Enhance the Whitening of Your Teeth
12/15/2019
Tricks to Fighting Sugar Cravings for Better Oral Health
11/25/2019
Treatment Options for Sensitive Teeth
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Why Poor Oral Health Can Leave You Feeling Exhausted
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What to Do About a Cracked Molar Until We Can See You
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Your Teeth Need To Get Vitamin D
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Why People Who Snore Tend to Have More Cavities
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How to Get Tobacco Stains Off of Your Teeth
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Can You Get a Cavity Around a Filling?
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Does a Toothache Mean You Have a Cavity?
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Can You Decide to Not Be Afraid to Come See Us?
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Common Causes for Dental Misalignment When You Wake Up
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What Happens When Your Gums Dry Out?
5/30/2019
Why Do We Always Keep Your Oral Tissues Dry When Working on Them?
5/20/2019
Teeth Require Vitamin D Along with Calcium
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What is Required as Dental Veneer Care?
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Why Are There So Many Myths About Root Canals?
3/30/2019
Which Uncommon Vitamins Can Drastically Improve Your Oral Health?
3/20/2019
Downsides of Making Your Own Toothpaste
2/28/2019
Does Your Saliva Actually Do Your Mouth Any Good?
2/20/2019
Reasons to Consider Cosmetic Bonding
1/30/2019
Problems You May Face If Your Dental Fillings Are Too High
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Does a High Fever Cause Damage to Your Teeth?
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