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Early Detection is Key to Treating Oral Cancer
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 22, 2022.
Every hour of every day, someone in North America dies of oral cancer, the sixth most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent,
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The Science of Sugar
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 15, 2022.
Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
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Anonymous
posted: Feb. 08, 2022.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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February is Heart Month
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 01, 2022.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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DIY Teeth Whitening
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
We all want our best and brightest smiles, and today there are many options we can explore at home to make those beautiful smiles a reality. Whether it’s healthy habits,
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How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
Putting off your dental visit to Beverly Claiborne, DDS because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor and
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Overall Health Can Be Influenced By Oral Hygiene
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
Keeping on top of your oral health is key when it comes to making sure your whole body stays healthy. The bacteria that occur naturally in your mouth can produce
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Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start
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Healthy Resolutions for Healthy Teeth
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Anonymous
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
Every January 1st, you have your resolutions ready. No more nail biting. Lose ten pounds. Stop smoking. None of us are happy about those annoying bad habits we’ve picked up
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Ancient Grains for Modern Diets
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu!
Why Are
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Can children be at risk for periodontal disease?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for
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‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no
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Interproximal Cavities: The Inside Story
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
Time to brush! So, you make sure you gently brush the plaque off the outside surfaces of your teeth. You want to present a gleaming smile to the world, after
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Thanksgiving
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
At Beverly Claiborne, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Hayward, California area
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Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow.
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Carbs and Cavities
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
The Good News
Carbohydrates are one of the body’s essential macronutrients (along with protein and fat). We use carbs to convert the food we eat into energy. How does this work?
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