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Dental experts say that routine dental cleaning is a vital part of preventive oral care. However, figuring out how much it costs can be tougher than getting rid of years of tartar buildup. Basic ...

Nearly all dogs develop dental problems and stinky breath. Learn how to clean your dog's teeth and improve their oral health with these vet-approved tips. Learning how to clean your dog’s teeth helps ...

Vets recommend the best dental treats, food supplements, chew toys and other brushing alternatives to maintain your cat or ...

ATLANTA - Dr. Hannah Alexander of Alexander Family Dentistry in Smyrna says you need a good dental cleaning every six months or so to keep your teeth and gums healthy. "You want to take tartar off ...

Other foods to steer clear of before a cleaning are anything sugary or starchy (they break down into acids that feed bacteria, accelerating plaque formation right before your appointment, Kim said), ...

According to a report by the American Dental Association, flossing helps clean hard-to-reach tooth surfaces and reduces the ...

We’ve all had to become a little more resourceful in the time of social distancing. From making bread and plunging toilets to cutting hair and giving manicures, a lot of things we once outsourced to ...

Dental hygienist Jeannette Diaz’s patients sometimes cry. Lately, she’s been crying with them. It’s not just because so many people refrained from getting dental work during much of the COVID-19 ...