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You know how the old saying goes: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." Is that actually true?Probably not, but many times we can mistake this sort of "common knowledge" as being grounded in truth.With that theme in mind, Dr. Courey and Dr. Zagami want to share three foods you probably thought were in the all-clear category for both your general health and your teeth. But surprisingly, they"re not!So Healthy It Hurts"An orange a day can promote tooth decay."Fresh-from-the-fruit Vitamin C is gr...Read More

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Are you guilty of not seeing Dr. James Courey or Dr. Joseph Zagami every 6 months? If so, keep in mind that skipping your regular dental visit could eventually land you at the dentist's office, but with far more serious problems.Whether it's time, money, or fear that's keeping you away, is an unexpected visit—with more worry—really worth it?We didn't think so.Don"t Brush Your Dentist Aside!According to Wyatt Meyers of Everyday Health, "This is more than unfortunate — it can be downright dangerou...Read More

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THE HEALTHY ENAMEL THAT COVERS YOUR TEETH is the hardest substance in your body… It's even harder than your bones! That's great news when you consider the amount of pressure our jaw muscles exert on our teeth.However, your teeth can still be cracked and chipped. Here are four "don'ts" for avoiding a cracked tooth.#1: Don't Chew On IceHigh powered blenders have special blades and settings for crushing ice. So imagine what chewing on ice can do to your teeth! Some people d...Read More

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