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What exactly is periodontal disease?
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Norwich Family Dental Associates wants you to know that this common ailment can
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Electric Toothbrush Innovations
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out
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Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including
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Why are my gums shrinking?
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
If you’ve noticed that your teeth have appeared to be longer, you may be suffering from gum recession. This is a common problem among adults, and can result from several
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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
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Anonymous
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the
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Clean Toothbrush/Healthy Toothbrush
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
We’ve all learned a lot about keeping healthy lately. Thorough hand washing, disinfecting cell phones and keyboards, wiping down shopping carts and door handles—all these low-maintenance cleaning habits can have
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How safe are dental X-rays?
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real
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What are Sealants?
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.
Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay
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Dry Mouth and How to Treat It
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 29, 2022.
In fancy medical terms, dry mouth is known as xerostomia. It’s really just what it sounds like: a condition in which you don’t have enough saliva to keep your mouth
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Thanksgiving
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 22, 2022.
At Norwich Family Dental Associates, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Norwich, Connecticut
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What causes tooth loss?
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 15, 2022.
When children lose baby teeth, it’s a time to rejoice. But when adults suffer from tooth loss, it may be a sign of a serious problem. That’s when it’s time
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Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 08, 2022.
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than
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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
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Anonymous
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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The Intriguing History of Halloween
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Anonymous
posted: Oct. 25, 2022.
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is
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