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		<title>Avocados and Oral Cancer</title>
		<description><![CDATA[One of the great things in life is the work being done in research and medical science in the war against cancer. Obviously new drugs and better surgery techniques are always welcome but so too is a scientific approach to cancer using natural material. Fruit is a prime example of this process. Recent studies have [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Flossing</title>
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Proper flossing removes plaque and food particles in places where a toothbrush cannot easily reach — under the gumline and between your teeth. Because plaque build-up can lead to tooth decay and gum disease, daily flossing is highly recommended.
To receive maximum benefits from flossing, use the following proper technique:
Starting with about 18 inches of floss, wind most [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/flossing.html</link>
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		<title>Thumbsucking &amp; Pacifiers</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Many parents are worried about their children&#8217;s thumb sucking or pacifier use. Since they are concerned about the effect on the bite, parents will often attempt to stop their children from sucking their thumb or using the pacifier. Thumb sucking and pacifier use are normal, and most children will stop these sucking habits before much [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/thumbsucking-pacifiers.html</link>
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		<title>Plaque</title>
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Sticky bacterial plaque that builds up on your teeth. Inflamed, bleeding gums. They don&#8217;t just threaten your dental health.


A growing body of research finds that bacteria and inflammation in your mouth are also associated with other problems, including heart attack and dementia, and may well jeopardize your overall health.
Scientists have identified several associations between poor [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/plaque.html</link>
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		<title>X-Rays</title>
		<description><![CDATA[X-ray images, also called dental radiographs, are among the most valuable tools a dentist has for keeping your mouth and teeth healthy. By understanding what the structures of the mouth look like normally on an X-ray film, dentists can diagnose problems in the teeth and jaws. For adults, radiographs can:

Show areas of decay that your [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/x-rays.html</link>
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		<title>Night Guards</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Dentists sometimes recommend dental night guards to prevent teeth grinding (bruxism), but there&#8217;s conflicting evidence regarding their use. Studies show that dental night guards or dental appliances (splints) can protect the teeth and prevent tooth wear. But such devices may not help prevent teeth grinding itself or its symptoms, such as joint tenderness, jaw pain [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/night-guards.html</link>
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		<title>What is a Filling?</title>
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A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. When a dentist gives you a filling, he or she first removes the decayed tooth material, cleans the affected area, and then fills the cleaned out cavity with a filling material.
By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/what-is-a-filling.html</link>
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		<title>Root Canal 101</title>
		<description><![CDATA[People seem to cringe when they hear the words root canal. I know that I used to. But reading the truth about these 10 root canal myths can help you get a better sense of what having a root canal really is all about.
1. Root Canals Hurt
According to the American Association of Endodontists, the perception [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/root-canal-101.html</link>
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		<title>Water &amp; Flouride</title>
		<description><![CDATA[For over five decades, the American Dental Association has continuously endorsed the fluoridation of community water supplies and the use of fluoride-containing products as safe and effective measures for preventing tooth decay.
The majority of bottled waters on the market do not contain optimal levels (0.7–1.2 ppm) of fluoride. And, some types of home water treatment [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://www.richmonddentalhealth.com/blog/cosmetic-dentistry/water-flouride.html</link>
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		<title>Why going to the Dentist could save your life!</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Clean teeth and gums are a sign of total body health.  Most people know that good oral hygiene consists of regular brushing, flossing and trips to the dentist office. This reduces plaque, tartar, cavities, gingivitis, bone loss and even helps regulate the smell of your breath! 
New research shows that diabetes &#38; heart disease are linked to gum &#38; [...]]]></description>
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