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The Secret to Great Teeth

by Dr. Coates | Jun 4, 2014 | Dental Oral Health, Good Thoughts, Pediatric Dentistry | 0 comments

  The secret to keeping your teeth for life is no secret at all. The same methods you use to keep your teeth healthy at age 6 and 36 will be what allow you to keep your natural teeth when you reach age 66 or 86. Good oral hygiene practices keep teeth strong, healthy,...

Sports Guards Save Teeth & Money

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 17, 2012 | Dental Oral Health, General Health findings, Pediatric Dentistry | 0 comments

A properly fitted sports guard made by your dentist is the best protection for you teeth, jaw, TM joints, and your wallet! Some boys & girls (of all ages) may think that a sports guard is not cool and not needed but nothing can be further from the truth. I just...

Family Dentist Advice for care of Your Baby’s Teeth & Gums

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 2, 2011 | Dental Oral Health, Good Thoughts, Pediatric Dentistry | 0 comments

1. Visit your local long beach dentist during pregnancy. Dental treatment is safe! 2. Wipe baby’s gums twice a day, in the morning & right before bed. Or after each feeding. 3. Clean the pacifier & bottle with soap & water. 4. Give only milk or water in...
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