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Reasons Why You Should be Flossing Before Brushing

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 15, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

It’s common knowledge that proper oral health can be maintained by brushing and flossing your teeth every day. These activities help keep your mouth clean and teeth healthy by removing plaque and other cavity-causing bacteria. However, it’s not often mentioned which...

Healthy Choices for Your Oral Health on Valentine’s Day

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 8, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s important to keep your family’s sweet tooth from turning into a toothache. While your children receive candy and other sweets from friends, teachers, and secret admirers, as well as gift treats in return, be mindful of the impact...

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 1, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

Do you know how to keep your children’s teeth and gums healthy? With February being National Children’s Dental Health Month, there’s never been a better time to make sure you’re taking the best care of their oral health! By using the tips outlined below, your kids...

Why You Still Need Regular Exams and Cleanings When You Have Braces

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jan 21, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

Going to the dentist is important for everyone. It’s the main defense against dental disease. As important as it is to visit the dentist for everyone, it’s even more important when you have braces. Regardless of whether you have traditional braces or Invisalign, the...

For Better Oral Health, Resolve for Less Stress This Year

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jan 13, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

“New Year, New Me!” We’ve all said it before, or at least meant to say it. After that we gave our resolution the ‘good ol’ college try’ for a little while. Maybe we even kept it up into February, or March. But after a tumultuous 2020, committing to a resolution that...

How to Use Your New HSA or FSA for Dental Care

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jan 4, 2021 | Dental Trivia | 0 comments

It’s the beginning of the new year, which likely means you’ve got new insurance, and maybe a new HSA (health savings account) or FSA (flexible spending account.) While both accounts seem pretty similar, they do have some differences. For the purposes of this article,...
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