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How to Find Affordable Dental Care & Manage Dental Costs Without Insurance

Written By Arnesa A. Howell
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The 9 Worst Foods for Your Teeth — and How to Prevent Cavities

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Run? Here Are 6 Common Reasons, Plus How to Prevent It

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Is Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Better Than Fluoride? A Dentist Weighs in on the Debate

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Is Vaping Bad for Your Teeth?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Does Medicare Cover Dental Care?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPA
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How to Ease the Pain of a Toothache (Until You Can See the Dentist)

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Do You Have to Wear Your Retainer After Braces? Yes, Here’s What Happens If You Don’t

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Is Gingivitis Contagious?

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Floss?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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What You Should (and Should Not) Eat After a Tooth Extraction

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Here’s What to Do If Your Crown Falls Off

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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Is Oil Pulling Good for Your Teeth?

Written By Lisa Marie Basile, MFA
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How Much Does a Dental Crown Cost? Average Prices With and Without Insurance

Written By Sheila Miller Edwards, PhD
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Tooth Sensitivity After Whitening: Causes and Solutions

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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How Long Do Fillings Last?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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4 Dentist-Approved Ways to Safely Whiten Your Teeth

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Is Mouthwash Bad for You? What Science Says About Its Benefits and Risks

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar Bad for Your Teeth?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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How Much Does Wisdom Teeth Removal Cost?

Written By Lorraine Roberte
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Can You Go to the ER for Tooth Pain? A Look at Dental Problems That Shouldn’t Wait

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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What to Eat When You’re Recovering From Jaw Surgery

Written By Emily Hulse, MS, RD
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White Tongue: What It Means and How to Fix It

Written By Khama Ennis, MD, MPH, FACEP
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Does It Hurt to Have a Root Canal?

Written By Rebecca Samuelson, MFA
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7 Foods That Stain Your Teeth — Plus Tips to Prevent Stubborn Stains

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Can Chewing Ice Damage Your Teeth?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Tooth Infection: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment and More

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How Long Should You Wait to Exercise After a Tooth Extraction?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Here’s How Often You Should Floss Your Teeth

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How Much Does Teeth Whitening Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RN
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What to Eat After Teeth Whitening

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Does It Hurt to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Written By Rebecca Samuelson, MFA
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Embarrassed About Going to the Dentist? Here’s What You Can Do

Written By Liz Talago, MEd
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5 Ways to Treat Gingivitis at Home

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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What You Should Eat After a Root Canal — Plus Some Foods to Avoid

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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The Best (and Worst) Foods to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal

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4 Ways to Get Rid of a Cavity — Plus Natural Remedies That Can Help

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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How Much Does Invisalign Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RN
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How Much Does a Dental Filling Cost?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RN
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How Much Does a Dental Cleaning Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Tamara E. Holmes
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5 Common Causes of Cavities and the Best Ways to Prevent Them

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Are Cavities Contagious?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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What Does a Cavity Look Like?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Your Tooth Filling Fell Out: What to Do Before You See Your Dentist

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Are Water Flossers Like Waterpik the Best Way to Floss?

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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Crown vs. Filling: Which One Is Better for Your Tooth?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Dental Implants: Uses, Benefits, and What to Expect

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Tips for Wearing Braces: What Foods You Can and Can’t Eat

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Invisalign vs. SmileDirectClub: Which Clear Aligner Works Best?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Denture Care: 5 Steps to Clean Your Dentures the Right Way

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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How to Clean Your Retainer: The Dos and Don’ts

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Does Whitening Toothpaste Actually Work? Here are the 4 Best Ingredients to Look for

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Permanent vs. Removable Retainers: Understanding the Pros and Cons

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Clear Aligners vs. Traditional Braces: Is One Better Than the Other?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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5 Things You Should Tell Your Dentist Before Having Dental Work

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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What Is a Dental Savings Plan?

Written By Arnesa A. Howell
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Gum Graft Surgery: the Procedure, Recovery, and What You Can Expect

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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How Often Do You Need to Change Your Toothbrush?

Written By Ana Gascon
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7 Ways to Save Money on Dental Care

Written By Arnesa A. Howell
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Got a Loose Tooth? Here Are 4 Common Reasons Why

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Electric vs. Manual Toothbrushes: Which One Is Best for You?

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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Should You Floss Before or After You Brush Your Teeth?

Written By Zack Youngblood, DMD
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Do You Have to Rinse After Brushing Your Teeth? Not Really, Here’s Why

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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4 Things to Know Before Getting Adult Braces

Written By Shari L. Grigsby-Young, DDS
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How Much Do Braces Cost? A Cost Breakdown of 3 Different Kinds of Braces

Written By Eileen Qiu
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Is Dental Tourism Safe?

Written By Sheila Miller Edwards, PhD
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Your Guide to Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery

Written By Jennifer Sample, MD
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How Much Does a Dental Night Guard Cost?

Written By Aashna Gheewalla, B.S.
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My Medicine Cabinet: 10 Must-Have Products From a Dental Hygienist

Written By Sue MacDonald
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How Much Does It Cost to Have a Tooth Extracted?

Written By Lorraine Roberte
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Top 5 Ways to Remove Coffee Stains From Your Teeth

Written By Jennifer Clements, MD, MSEd, NBHWC
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Medications That Can Cause Tooth Decay and Other Oral Health Issues

Written By John Maneno, PharmD
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How to Stop Grinding Your Teeth

Written By Christina Palmer, MD
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Do I Need to Get My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

Written By Christina Palmer, MD
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What Causes Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP
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Health Debunked: Should I Use Fluoride-Free Toothpaste?

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My Kid Chipped a Baby Tooth: What Should I Do?

Written By Jill L. Jaimes, MD
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Does Sugar Cause Tooth Cavities?

Written By Kerry R. McGee, MD, FAAP