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Why I Became A Dentist | 3 Dentists’ Stories

February 21, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Interested in becoming a dentist? Click here to learn why three dentists chose the dental field.

Why do you want to be a dentist? Is it the joy of changing a person’s life by creating a healthy smile? Is it an expectation of job security and financial independence? Is it due to the fact that a close family member became a dentist? Or a combination of all of the above? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Benefits

Genetics and Tooth Decay: Are They Related?

February 21, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Learn how researchers found that environmental factors seem to be the prime cause of cavities — not genetic makeup.

Have you ever heard anyone blame, or give credit to, their parents for their teeth? These researchers had, and they wanted to take a closer look into how genetics impact our dental health. To do so, they studied two identical twins with the same DNA to see if their dental health … [Read more...]

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Taste Bud Map Myth Busted

February 21, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Taste buds are small sensory organs that are found in the little bumps (also known as papillae) on our tongues and are the primary reason we can enjoy our favorite foods. Learn more here.

As you sit at your desk dreaming about dinner, take a moment to thank your taste buds. Without them, our 3 daily meals would be dull and tasteless. Taste buds are small sensory organs that are found in the little bumps (also known as papillae) on our tongues and are the primary … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Just For Fun, Oral Health

Oral Health Risks of Vaping

February 20, 2020 By ddnmwordpress

Person smoking a vape.

*Updated May 2026 Key takeaways about oral health risks of vaping: Vaping has quickly become one of the most common nicotine habits among teens and young adults, and although it may seem like a better option than smoking, your mouth still pays the price. From gum … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Oral Health, Tabacco

Top 3 Tips for Parents: Get Your Kid’s Braces Off Faster

November 6, 2018 By Shelby Tatomir

If you have a child with braces, you may want to know if there are ways to get them off faster. Read this article for tips that may reduce the amount of time your child has to wear them.

If your child has braces you may be wondering how long they will need to keep them on. The length of time braces will be on usually depends on the problem that is being treated. Most braces are on for one to three years. While years in braces may sound unpleasant, it’s … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Children's Oral Health, Oral Health

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