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Importance of Hydration for Oral Health

The Importance of Hydration for Oral Health

Staying properly hydrated is vital in your oral health. This article discusses the health consequences of dehydration and reasons why hydration is so important to your oral health.

Tooth Abscess: Definition, Stages, Symptoms and Treatments

Tooth Abscess: Symptoms and Treatments

At Sninski & Schmitt Family Dentistry, we have a lot of experience seeing patients who have an abscess. In this article, we explain what a tooth abscess is, the various stages of developing an abscess, the symptoms of an abscess, the diagnosis, and the available treatments.

6 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Teeth

6 Ways Stress Can Affect Your Teeth

Too much stress for too long can result in negative short- and long-term effects on your health, including your oral health. Learn about the 6 ways stress can affect your oral health.

Why Oral Hygiene Is Crucial to Your Overall Health

Why Oral Hygiene Is Crucial to Your Overall Health

Oral Hygiene is directly related to your overall health. The health of your mouth, gums, and teeth may not be something you think about when considering your overall state of health. It is critically important to maintain good oral hygiene and practice preventive care as part of your general health maintenance. This article covers how oral health affects your overall health.

Food for Strong Teeth and Gums

food for healthy teeth and gums

Strong teeth and healthy gums are critically important for overall health and well-being. Overall health comes from a proper diet. Just as the food and vitamins you ingest build strong bones, your teeth and gums also reflect what you eat.

How Often Should You Floss

How often should you floss your teeth? We’re asked this a lot, and we see a lot of variance in how often people do this important dental health task, so we’re clearing up the confusion.

April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

With April being oral cancer awareness month, we find it to be a timely opportunity to provide information about the symptoms you should be aware of regarding cancer of the mouth and upper throat.