Monthly Archives: May 2012

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May 26th, 2012

Pregnancy is an exciting time and a time of many changes both in your life and in your body. It is the hormones that are produced during pregnancy that are responsible for the changes in your body and one of the many areas that they impact is the health of the teeth and gums.

In this first article of two covering the topic of oral care during pregnancy I wanted to cover some basic steps that will help you to keep your teeth and gums healthy during your pregnancy. I will also cover some of the questions that I am often asked by expectant mothers who visit the clinic.

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May 12th, 2012

It was recently brought to my attention by a patient that there could be some misunderstanding about the benefits of fluoride in relation to dental health. Most people have heard of fluoride in toothpaste but maybe do not know why it is there and what it actually does. I wanted to clarify the facts to help you make the best choices for the health of your teeth and that of your family.