According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 91% of Americans over 20 years of age have cavities and 27% leave them untreated. If you’re a statistic and wondering why you keep getting cavities, it is worth noting that they could be due to your own oral habits. Common culprits in cavities include: * sipping
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Why Are Baby Teeth So Important?
After your child’s baby teeth begin to come in — between 2-3 years old — it’s time to schedule a visit with us at Marion Smile Center. Most children have some of their baby teeth until they are 12 to 13 years old. Early preventative visits with a dentist are crucial to ensuring your child’s
Read MoreAn Overview of Gum Disease
Regular professional dental cleanings by one of our dental hygienists includes removal of tartar and plaque from the teeth above the gumline. Tartar in particular can only be removed during a professional dental cleaning, as brushing and flossing alone can’t do the trick. However, if you have gum disease, your teeth may need an even
Read MoreAugust is our Oral Cancer Awareness Month; Here are 10 Surprising Facts About Oral Cancer
This year, more than 51,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cavity or oropharyngeal cancer– and an estimated 10,030 will die as a result. While oral cancer is quite prevalent, there is still a lot of confusion regarding this often preventable disease, who gets it and how, and what to do about it. August is Oral Cancer Awareness
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