Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. Dr. Keyur Shah and Dr. Ayas Makki and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth and gums, and what steps you can take to continue enjoying these foods, even when you’re dieting. When you begin…
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While mouthwash goes a long way in improving your oral care, it is not a substitute for flossing. Mouthwashes and flossing provide different benefits that you should understand. Mouthwash Benefits Mouthwash comes in two categories. Some are considered cosmetic. This type of rinse provides temporary relief from bad breath and has a pleasant taste. These…
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An overbite is one of the most common malocclusions. If Dr. Keyur Shah and Dr. Ayas Makki and our team have diagnosed you with an overbite, you probably have lots of questions. Let’s try to answer some of them! Just what is an “overbite”? A malocclusion is another way of saying that you have a…
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with the holidays around the corner, and visions of sugarplums and other tasty desserts dancing in everyone’s head. Except, this year you have braces. This means some of your favorites might be on the naughty list. What to avoid? The same kinds of foods that you avoid…
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