Fluoride is a good, safe way to protect your teeth. Common sources of fluoride include fluoridated drinking water, toothpaste and mouth rinse, and fluoride treatments when you visit your dentist. Fluoridated Water Some water sources have naturally occurring fluoride. To aid in cavity prevention, the level of fluoride in your drinking water should be 0.7 parts fluoride per…
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When it comes to whitening your smile, we know you have options. And sometimes, it can be difficult to understand what to expect from different bleaching modalities offered in a modern dental practice like Dr. Messina's. This month we'll take a deep-dive into the fastest way to achieve a brighter smile: Philips ZOOM in-office whitening!…
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Do you ever feel sensitivity in your teeth doing everyday things like drinking ice water or eating hot soup? If your answer is yes, you might be like many of our patients who experience daily overall tooth sensitivity. What you may not know is that your choice of toothpaste may be making tooth sensitivity better…
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This month, we wanted to discuss a topic that often comes up in the dental chair: smoking. You know that smoking can lead to poor dental health, and we wanted to share some ideas on what you can do today to help get you to your goal. Whether you are smoking cigarettes or using other…
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