When we think about oral hygiene, most of us focus on brushing and flossing. But there's another important step that often gets overlooked—tongue scraping. This simple practice can have a big impact on your overall oral health and help you achieve a cleaner, fresher mouth. In this month's blog post, Dr. Messina explores the benefits…
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With the holidays come all sorts of opportunities to indulge in cookies, candies, and a whole host of other sugary delights. And while it's tempting to sample them all, it's important to remember that these kinds of foods -- especially those that stick to your teeth -- increase your risk of developing cavities. The goal?…
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This month on Dr. Messina's blog we share a very special announcement: our practice was selected for The Hanover's Small Business, Big Impact Grant for 2024! This grant recognizes charitable commitment within the local Boulder Valley community in honor of Small Business Saturday. Michelle N. Messina, DDS was named a recipient of The Hanover Insurance…
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Social media has become a widely used and accessible source of health-related information for patients young and old. But is this material always accurate or even appropriate? Today on the blog we're taking a research-based look at whether the information you may be consuming on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok about dental related topics is helping…
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