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Lemon Juice – The Good, the Bad, & the Sour
In a great tale of opposites, lemon juice can be both acidic and basic, or alkaline. Read on to find out why people are talking about this, and what it means for your oral and overall health. What is...
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4 Facts about Dental Implants
Most Midland residents will lose a tooth at some point in their lives, but that doesn’t mean your smile has to suffer. There are numerous ways to fix a lost tooth, but today, Dr. Bell would like to...
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Smile: It’s Good For You!
Your smile is more powerful than you may know. Scientists have studied many aspects of smiling, such as how it affects your brain, your health, and your overall experience of life. Even the situation...
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Sleep Apnea in Children
You may think being exhausted simply comes with the territory of being a parent (and it does), but there may also be a serious medical condition causing your child to wake up often throughout the...
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Are You Singing the Toothache Blues?
Are you or a loved one suffering from the toothache blues? Don’t wait around in pain for the problem to resolve itself. Although, at Health Centered Dentistry, we do enjoy spending quality time with...
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The Benefits of Composite Fillings
Traditionally, dentists have used what’s known as amalgam, or special metal alloys, to fill cavities. However, modern dental medicine has advanced to the point that Dr. Randell Bell can offer Midland...
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The Story of Caries Prevention
If we told you that your mouth is the site of a constant battle between teeth and bacteria, would you believe us? Alright, maybe it’s not that dramatic, but the fact that Midland teeth are always at...
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Trend Alert – Oil Pulling
What is oil pulling? Claiming everything from whiter teeth and healthier gums to decreased body aches and pains, oil pulling is the latest trend in DIY detox therapies. Newly popular among celebrities...
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Diet Soda and Dental Health: What You Need to Know
In today’s calorie-obsessed culture, it can be hard to find the truth among all of the health-conscious noise. Often times, Midland residents are misinformed and misled about the health benefits of...
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Don’t Get Kicked in the Teeth…But If You Do – The Importance of Mouthguards...
It’s no secret that residents of Midland love sports! The folks around here work hard and play just as hard, whether it’s football, baseball, basketball, or the numerous other high-impact sports that...
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Fun Dental Facts…Did You Know?
Sure, dentistry is serious medicine, and daily dental hygiene is a top priority. But teeth can be pretty fun, too! And fascinating. For starters, have you ever seen the full sets of baby teeth and...
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Did George Washington Really Have Wooden Teeth?
When he became the first president of the United States, George Washington had only one real tooth left! You heard right…just ONE. Everyone has heard something about this great man and his dental...
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Veneers – Not Just for the Silver Screen
There’s a lot of hair and makeup that goes into making your favorite stars sparkle on the screen. And while we can’t all hire a professional artist to make us look perfect every day, there is a lasting...
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Gum Disease – More Than Just Gums
Your Mouth: A Picture of Health Did you know that when a dentist looks at your mouth, they can tell a lot more than just how often you’re brushing? It’s true: your oral health is like a window into...
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Oral Health Tips at Every Age
A few things are equally important for your oral health no matter your age or stage of life. Good nutrition, brushing and flossing habits, visiting the dentist and a little fluoride are always (always)...
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Is it Time to Straighten?
When to Straighten Your Teeth There are a lot of reasons to straighten your teeth, and there are a lot of ways to do it. But you may not know that there are many unique times in your life when it might...
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Dentistry for Kids: What the Tooth Fairy Won’t Tell You
Kids are constantly growing and changing, and their mouths are no exception! Throughout childhood, kids lose their baby teeth, gain adult teeth, and they begin to take ownership of their own oral...
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Dental Crowns 101
Sometimes in life, you just need a do-over. That’s precisely what crowns are—a new start for your tooth. Teeth are important players in your life! They’re not only the first responders for your...
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Don’t Have a Stroke – Your Dentist Can Help
You might be surprised to hear that the state of your oral health has a lot to do with preventing a stroke. There’s a certain kind of bad oral bacteria that cause gum disease, and can travel to other...
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Gum Disease & Birth Defects
What is Gum Disease? The short answer: Gum disease is a common gum infection that can become very problematic, but you can prevent it! The long answer: all the tissues in your body have a self-defense...
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