When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it waxes up your pearly whites nicely, not to mention preventing bacteria, plaque, and inflammation. But what are the things you should never do with your…
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Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they make the transition from baby teeth to adult teeth, and usually close when all the permanent teeth arrive. But not…
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Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, and repair tooth and gum tissue? Check, check, and check. These nutrients are probably the most well-known players in the production of a dental healthy…
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Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth and gums, and what steps you can take to continue enjoying these foods, even when you’re dieting. When you begin…
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