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Are Blueberries the Key to Fighting Gum Disease

A common condition among many of Oregon City dentist Dr. Brett Johnson’s adult patients at Oregon City Dentistry, gum disease occurs when oral bacteria form biofilms – more...
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What Are The Worst Foods and Drinks for Your Teeth?

Oregon City dentist Dr. Brett Johnson hopes that by now most of our patients at Oregon City Dentistry understand that the basic recipe for maintaining healthy teeth and gums...
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Oral Bacteria Can Slow the Body’s Ability to Heal

Of the little nuisances the come up in life, few things are as frustrating as accidentally biting your cheek or tongue. Not only do these accidental little bites...
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What You Need to Know About Your Oral Health

When it comes to protecting your oral health, most people need to know more than just how many times a day they should brush. Even if you brush...
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Chewing Gum May Remove as Much Bacteria as Brushing

Chewing gum has long been linked to a number of positive oral health benefits, including fighting cavities to improving saliva flow. Now a new study has discovered that...
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Oral Problems Could Signify an Eating Disorder

Individuals suffering from eating disorders typically hide their disease, making it difficult for their doctors to detect. However, a dentist can see the signs that indicate eating disorders,...
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Thumb-Sucking Not Always a Harmless Habit

For young children and babies, thumb-sucking ranks as a perfectly normal habit. Most babies suck their thumbs, while some even take it a step further to include fingers,...
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Could Black Tea Really Fight Oral Bacteria?

Are you worried about oral bacteria? Researchers claim that drinking at least three cups of tea a day could help strengthen the health of teeth and reduce the...
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Oral Health Problems for Athletes a ‘Pressing Concern’

Poor oral health impacting athletes’ general health and performance shows little signs of improvement and must be addressed, states a group of UCL led health experts and sporting...
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