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Acidic Drinks & Oral Health with Dr. Eileen Crespo

Enamel (the outer covering of teeth) is the hardest substance in your body— it’s even harder than bone. Still, you should know that there is one thing that can erode enamel and that is acid. Many foods and beverages create an acidic environment in your mouth that can cause decay and erosion of enamel over time. Long term erosion leads to holes in your enamel, also known as cavities.




Wisdom Teeth 101 with Dr. Bruce Templeton

What are wisdom teeth, and what purpose do they serve? Is it safe to have them removed? Dr. Bruce Templeton answers common questions about wisdom teeth.




Baby Teeth, The building blocks to a health smiles with Dr. Nirmala Pradhu

Tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease. To keep a child’s baby teeth healthy, the best approach is combining good homecare habits like diet and oral hygiene; professional care like preventive treatments and routine cleanings; and early education about oral health and water fluoridation. By using all of these important tools, children can have a happy AND healthy smile!



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Both allergies and the medications to treat them can alter your oral health. Learn how to keep your mouth healthy while trying to manage allergy symptoms.

Allergies, allergy medication and oral health

Both allergies and the medications to treat them can alter your oral health. Learn how to keep your mouth healthy while trying to manage allergy symptoms.

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July 2nd, 2025


When trying to stay hydrated in the summer sun, is sparkling water a refreshing and healthy alternative to soda or sports drinks?

Will sparkling water hurt my teeth?

When trying to stay hydrated in the summer sun, is sparkling water a refreshing and healthy alternative to soda or sports drinks?

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June 20th, 2025


There are a few surgical procedures that are performed routinely in the dental office to treat gum issues. These include crown lengthening, periodontal pocket procedures, and gum grafting. Learn what these surgeries are and when they may be needed.

What is gum surgery and when is it needed?

There are a few surgical procedures that are performed routinely in the dental office to treat gum issues. These include crown lengthening, periodontal pocket procedures, and gum grafting. Learn what these surgeries are and when they may be needed.

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June 5th, 2025


Nicotine pouches seem inescapable lately thanks to a push online by influencers. They can also be used without detection, giving them an appeal over traditional tobacco products and vapes. Learn about the risks and consequences these tiny, unassuming pouches can pose to your health.

Nicotine pouches and oral health

Nicotine pouches seem inescapable lately thanks to a push online by influencers. They can also be used without detection, giving them an appeal over traditional tobacco products and vapes. Learn about the risks and consequences these tiny, unassuming pouches can pose to your health.

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May 16th, 2025



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