If you never thought you needed a reason to go to your semi-annual dental checkups, now you do. Recent research has provided a link between the bacteria that causes gum disease and Alzheimer’s. With over 64.7 million adults in the U.S. diagnosed with gum disease, taking care of your oral health is a very important step to taking care of your physical and mental health. Your dentist in Greensboro looks into this amazing development and how it pertains to maintaining good oral health. (more…)

Teeth whitening in Greensboro is a great way to obtain a brighter smile and enhanced self-confidence. Enjoying the most benefit from this gentle, effective procedure includes watching what you eat for the first day afterward. In general, you should avoid foods that are likely to cause re-staining or irritate sensitive teeth. After a short time you can resume a normal healthy diet, normally between 24-72 hours.

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