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My teeth feel great. Do I still need to see the dentist?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 28, 2021.
Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Swansea Dental Associates, we are proud to offer
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Thumb Sucking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a
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Gum Recession Doesn't Have to be Permanent
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 21, 2021.
The worst outcome of periodontal (gum) disease is tooth loss—but it isn't the only form of misery you might suffer. One of the more troublesome results associated with gum
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Carbs and Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 14, 2021.
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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Plaque Removal is the Top Priority for Preventing or Treating Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 11, 2021.
Tooth loss is often the unfortunate conclusion to a case of untreated periodontal (gum) disease—incentive enough to try either to prevent it or aggressively treat an infection should it
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Category: Oral Health
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Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 07, 2021.
It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies.
Taking the Field
If
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How Celine Dion Overcame Her Smile Obstacle
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 01, 2021.
For over three decades, Celine Dion has amazed audiences and fans with her powerful singing voice. Best known for her recording of "My Heart Will Go On," the theme
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 31, 2021.
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring
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Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
Many varieties of fillings are available at our Swansea, Massachusetts office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth.
Made from a mixture
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Correcting a Poor Bite With Braces - a True Wonder
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 22, 2021.
Braces are so common that we often view them as "ho-hum." But there are aspects about braces that make them remarkable. For one, the fact that we can move
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Adults Can Get Cavities Too
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
Sure, you brush your teeth and floss regularly, so you might think you’re off the hook when it comes to the dental chair. However, it’s just as important for adults
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Don't Ignore Chronic Mouth Breathing - It Could Disrupt Jaw Development
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 12, 2021.
Although the air we breathe has one destination—the lungs—it can arrive there via two possible routes: through the nose or the mouth. In terms of survival, it matters little
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Category: Oral Health
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Why Is My Child Getting Cavities?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
We want our children to have every advantage, including oral health. That’s why you encourage your child to brush twice a day. You keep the sugary treats to a minimum.
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Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Gum Swelling Can Happen With Braces - Here's How to Avoid It
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 02, 2021.
A few months into wearing braces you may notice your gums are swollen. It's likely you've developed periodontal (gum) disease.
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that usually begins with
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Category: Oral Health
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Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Sometime around the late teens or early twenties, people’s wisdom teeth start to erupt. These are the third and final set of molars. When wisdom teeth come in properly —
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