Monthly Archives: December 2011

Since alcohol is in germ-killing mouth washes, is drinking an alcoholic beverage good for your oral health?

Good question – especially since we’re in the midst of holiday celebrations! What does our Dakota Dental Clinic have to say …? As much as you’d like them to advise that along with brushing and flossing on these chilly winter nights, … Continue reading

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Dental Care Suggestions for Cancer Patients

Our physical health challenges often have a large effect on our oral and dental health as well. With their extensive medical training, your caring Dakota Dental Apple Valley dentists, Dr. Shelley and Dr. Bennett, are knowledgeable and sensitive to the … Continue reading

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Sugar Is the Prime Cause of Cavities – tooth truth or mouth myth?

Myth and fact! In reality, it’s the acid produced by bacteria in your mouth that causes cavities, says Dr Isabella. What the bacteria do, however, is eat carbohydrates — and sugar is one of them. Rice, potatoes, bread, and fruits … Continue reading

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