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Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 23, 2023.
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
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Brushing Tips for Kids
posted: May 16, 2023.
You’re all set for your happy morning and nighttime ritual. You’ve provided your son with his favorite action hero toothbrush and your daughter with her favorite flavored toothpaste. You’ve gotten Read more
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Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 09, 2023.
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
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The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more
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Which toothpaste should I use?
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
Toothpastes come in many forms and boast different flavors, benefits, and endorsements. All are designed to remove surface bacteria and prevent the buildup of plaque that can cause tooth decay. Read more
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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
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Alleviate Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
There’s nothing like the simple seasonal pleasures. What’s more enjoyable than a cup of hot apple cider on a blustery winter day, or a tall glass of ice water in Read more
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
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The Link Between Dental Hygiene and Your Overall Health
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
When patients of Maha Alkishtaini hear any mention of oral or dental hygiene, they probably think of brushing and flossing their teeth. Although these are extremely important, the term dental Read more
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How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more
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St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
Capturing the Moment At Maha Alkishtaini we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details Read more
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Protecting Your Smile with Mouthguards
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
If you participate in sports or other physical activities, it’s wise to consider getting a mouthguard. Also known as mouth protectors, mouthguards are a device worn over the teeth to Read more
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Whitening an Artificial Tooth
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as Read more
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The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
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February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more