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What is this $&!% on my toothbrush?

Dental Buzz

This morning I threw my toothbrush into the toilet. That’s where it belongs, apparently, since I can’t seem to do the right thing to keep germs off of it. See, a few years ago there was a big news story about the aerosols that are created with every toilet flush. I call this phenomenon “Fecal […].

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8 Questions to Ask Your Dentist at Your Next Dental Checkup

Batchelor-Dentistry

Are you getting the most out of your regular dental checkups? Maximize your time in the dental chair by asking those burning dental questions. Your entire dental team — dental assistants, hygienists, and of course your dentist — has valuable knowledge to offer and would be thrilled to share some advice. Here are a few of the favorite questions we’ve heard over the years. 1.

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Trivia: Root Canal Edition

Advanced Endo

It is no secret that root canal therapy saves your natural teeth! By extracting the infected pulp inside the tooth, endodontists can rescue your teeth. What exactly is dental pulp though? It is a lot more important than you might think, so keep reading for some pulp trivia! Fact #1. Pulp is the living part of the tooth. It is made of nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue that feed the tooth vital nutrients for it to stay alive and healthy.

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Wisdom Teeth: Questions Answered

Mission Valley Oral Surgeon

If you or your child are getting your wisdom teeth removed, you must have questions! We are here to make you feel as comfortable as possible. As always, if you have other questions feel free to contact us. We are more than happy to help you understand more on your upcoming procedure. Read on for some frequently asked questions: 1. Why do we have Wisdom Teeth?