Remember how as a kid your dentist always told you not to forget to brush your tongue? Well, it turns out that advice might have been life-saving in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic! A recent study actually suggests that brushing your tongue might just prevent COVID-19 infection. In homes where at [...]
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It’s true. Your teeth, gums, and jawbone absolutely impact your whole-body health. Why? Together, they make it possible to live healthy and happy day-to-day. Imagine for a moment not being able to speak, eat, or drink properly! That’s why it’s essential to prevent tooth and dental bone loss be [...]
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ORAL HEALTH AND BLOOD PRESSURE: WHAT’S THE SCOOP? Here at SLO Smiles, we are more than just a dental office in San Luis Obispo—we are a team of talented and highly experienced dental professionals focused on improving your whole body health. Rather than seeing good dental care as just clean and [...]
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Toothaches. If you’ve ever experienced one, you know exactly just how uncomfortable and painful they can be. Since it’s National Toothache Day and all, what better time to share the facts you need to know about toothaches, and how you can find relief. Common Causes of Tooth Pain: Grinding teeth [...]
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Ring in the New Year with a fresh commitment to your whole-body health. Before we get down to recommended resolutions, ask yourself these questions (and be brutally honest with your answers!): How often are you brushing? If you’re brushing your teeth twice a day (or more), you’re on top of it. B [...]
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