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An Apple a Day: Diet and Exercise May Prevent Gum Disease

An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but can it keep you from getting periodontal disease? Yes, according to one study. Find out how a healthy lifestyle can improve your dental health.

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Got Milk? Study Finds New Way to Fight Periodontal Disease

Dairy products that are high in lactic acid may help fend off periodontal disease. Not all dairy products are great for your teeth, however; read this before heading to the ice cream aisle.

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Health Watch: How Bottled Water Affects Your Teeth

Drinking water has many health benefits. Unfortunately, your best choices for drinking water don't come in a bottle. Although convenient, most bottled waters don't contain fluoride.

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Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth?

Ancient Greeks and Mayans chewed gum, as did Native Americans. But chewing gum may not be good for your teeth; what you learn in this article may burst your bubble.

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Lemon Juice May Squeeze Away Important Tooth Enamel

Because of its high acid content, lemon juice can put your dental enamel at risk for tooth erosion. Yet, totally eliminating lemon juice from your diet may not be necessary.

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Licorice Root Extract May Provide Mouth Sore Relief

Licorice as long been used as a healing agent in traditional Chinese medicine. Today, licorice root extract is being used in remedies such as CankerMelts® to provide mouth sore relief.

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Love Strawberries? Eat Well While Protecting Your Tooth Enamel

Strawberries are part of a balanced diet -- but some healthy foods can be bad for your teeth. If you love strawberries, follow these tips to keep your smile healthy.

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The Hidden Costs of Drinking Flavored Water

Americans love to consume flavorful foods and beverages. But when it comes to water, no flavor may be healthier for your teeth. Should you say "no" to flavored waters?

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Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Early Childhood Tooth Decay

You can help protect your child from tooth decay before they're even born by making sure you get enough Vitamin D. Find out how much prenatal Vitamin D is recommended.

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White Wine Linked to Tooth Discoloration

It's been known for years that red wine can cause tooth discoloration, but a recent study has shown that white wine may stain teeth, too! Find out how you can prevent tooth stains.

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You (And Your Teeth) Are What You Eat

A diet filled with fast food and sugary snacks is bad news for your teeth. While that may not be news to your ears, you may be surprised to learn that bottled ice tea tops the list.

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Learn How Beer May Help Women Manage Dental Health on 1800Dentist.com

Women and osteoporosis go hand in hand and the disease can make women especially vulnerable to dental problems. New research has indicated that including a pint of beer into a daily diet may help women combat both the disease and the dental issues associated with the condition. Get the full scoop on how beer may improve dental health on 1-800-DENTIST.
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Learn About "Alcohol Related Dental Problems" on 1800Dentist.com

Humans have had a love affair with alcohol since ancient times. Regardless of it is beer, wine or spirits, all booze is a psychoactive drug that is legally consumed in more than 100 countries. No matter why the elixir is consumed, individuals need to ensure that imbibing is backed by good dental hygiene or be at risk for dental problems. 1-800-DENTIST is here to give you the inside scoop.
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Find Out the Worst Foods For Your Smile Courtesy of 1-800-DENTIST

There is no way to discredit the value of a healthy diet in regards to overall well being and the relationship takes on a more important role in regards to dental health. Eating the wrong foods has been proven to negatively impact oral health as certain types have been linked to increasing levels of bacteria that causes cavities, erosion of tooth enamel and vitamin and mineral deficiencies that influences gum disease.
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What is The Best Water For Dental Health? Let 1-800-DENTIST Answer That Question

Water. H2O. Aqua. No matter what you may choose to call the life supporting liquid, consuming a healthy amount of the beverage is essential to well being. Water is the main component of the human body and when consumed it is vital for fighting dehydration, aiding in metabolism and transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout all cells. In regards to oral health, the type of water consumed is equally important.

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