We all know that smoking negatively affects your health, but did you know that it can negatively impact your oral health as well? Smoking can lead to numerous dental problems, including discolored teeth, bad breath, an increase in plaque and tartar, increased loss of bone within the jaw, increased risk of oral cancer, and an […]
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A common question at our Bethesda dental office is: “My crown came out. Can it be re-cemented?” At Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, we strive to provide you with the highest level of dental care at all times, but sometimes things happen. If your crown comes loose or falls out, you should call our office immediately. Depending […]
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You don’t need us to tell you that certain foods cause bad breath. But what you might not know is that bad breath isn’t caused by just food, but also by bacteria. In many cases, bad breath, and especially chronic bad breath, is caused by a buildup of bad bacteria in the mouth. It can […]
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Expecting a child is always an exciting but busy time. You have doctor appointments to attend, a nursery to build, and more. But with everything that’s going on, don’t let your smile get lost in the shuffle. During pregnancy, your teeth and gums will need just as much attention as they always have, if not […]
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If you’re a busy professional, you might feel like your window for orthodontic treatment has passed. You’ve worked hard to cultivate your mature image, and the last thing you want to do is commit yourself to years of traditional metal braces. Thankfully, traditional braces aren’t your only option anymore. At Bethesda Sedation Dentistry, you can […]
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Snoring is a problem for many patients. Maybe it’s keeping you from getting a restful night of sleep, or maybe it’s putting a strain on an important relationship. But the good news is that, for patients who struggle with snoring, relief can be found in the form of a snore guard. What Is a Snore […]
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Stained teeth are a common problem, but what causes these stains can vary. For some, it may be genetics. For others, a prescription medication could be at fault. For many, though, it’s as simple as what you eat or drink. Coffee is a common offender when it comes to creating stained teeth. After all, think […]
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In our first post to this blog, we talked about the connection between your oral health and your overall wellbeing—something most patients rarely, if ever, think about. Today we’d like to look at another aspect of oral health that doesn’t get much attention: oral cancer. The Oral Cancer Foundation reports that “approximately 40,000 people in […]
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How often do you think about your smile’s relationship to the rest of your body? Our guess is not too often. Instead, you think about problems like cavities or gum disease. Both are important, but so is your overall wellbeing, which your oral health can actually affect. As reported last year in The Wall Street […]
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