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The Tooth Truth
Welcome to The Tooth Truth blog, your trusted online resource for understanding dental health. Get clear, easy-to-understand articles that reveal the truth about oral hygiene, common dental problems, and more. Empowering you with knowledge for a healthy smile.
BioGaia Probiotic: What the Research Actually Says!!!
You’ve probably seen probiotics popping up everywhere — in yogurts, supplements, even face creams. And in dentistry, the spotlight often...
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Your Next Tooth Could Talk to Your Brain
A glimpse into the future of dental implants—where biology and tech truly meet. Imagine this: a dental implant that doesn’t just fill a...
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Tooth Truth: What’s a Pulp Cap—and Why It Might Save You from a Root Canal
If you’ve ever had a deep cavity that nearly reached the nerve, you may have heard your dentist mention something called a pulp cap ....
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Tooth Truth: The Magic (Black) Dot – What’s the Deal with SDF?
Silver Diamine Fluoride—SDF if you’re feeling friendly—is the dental world’s version of a potion. It looks like water, but don’t be...
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What Is Xerostomia (Dry Mouth) — and How Can You Fight It?
Have you ever felt like your mouth is constantly dry, no matter how much water you drink? You might be experiencing xerostomia , commonly...
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Tooth Truth: Unraveling Tongue and Lip Ties — The Power of a Simple Frenectomy
What’s a Frenectomy Anyway? A frenectomy is the simple release of a small band of tissue — called the frenum — that’s too tight, thick,...
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The Tooth Truth About Citrus: Friend or Foe?
Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are packed with vitamin C and offer many health benefits. However, they can also...
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Meet Dr. Noor: The Gentle Hand Behind the Tooth Truth
If you’ve been following along on The Tooth Truth , you’ve probably noticed a theme: honesty, heart, and a deep love for making dentistry...
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Botox in the Dental Office?
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! Today, I want to talk about something you might not immediately associate with your dental visit:...
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Patchwork vs. Protection: Why Your Large Silver Fillings Might Need an Upgrade (Backed by Science)
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! We often see patients who have been diligent with their dental care for years. Their mouths sometimes...
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Gold, Zirconia, Emax & More: What's Really On Your Tooth?
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! So, you need a crown! Maybe your tooth had a large filling, underwent a root canal, or decided to chip...
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The Floss Confession: Even Your Dentist Struggles Sometimes!
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! Today, we need to talk about the "F-word" in dental care... flossing . We dentists talk about it all...
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Paws, Claws, and... Stomach Teeth? A Look at Animal Chompers
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! We spend a lot of time thinking about our own pearly whites – brushing, flossing, maybe even whitening....
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Shhh! The Secret Life of Your Toothbrush
Hello everyone, this is Dr. Noor! Today, I want to pull back the curtain on one of the hardest-working, yet often overlooked, members of...
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Dental Trends: Too Good To Be True?
Scroll through social media or wander down the health aisle, and you're bound to see them: promises of dazzling white smiles and super...
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Root Canal Rendezvous: Less Scary Than a Bad Blind Date
Okay, deep breath. Just hearing the words "root canal" can make some people picture scary medieval tools, right? We get it! Root canals...
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Fluoride: Friend, Foe, or Just... Complicated? Unpacking Your Choices.
Hey everyone, Dr. Noor here! 👋 Let's dive into a topic that stirs up quite a bit of conversation (and sometimes, strong opinions!):...
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Zap! Less Radiation, More Insight: The Lowdown on Digital Dental X-Rays âš¡
Hey everyone, Dr. Noor here! 👋 Today, we're tackling a topic that sometimes makes people pause: dental X-rays . You know the routine –...
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Trust the Dam Thing: Better Dentistry is Worth It!
Hey everyone, Dr. Noor back again! 👋 Today, we're diving into something you might have seen (or felt!) during a dental visit that looks...
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Biomimetic Dentistry: Giving Your Teeth the VIP Treatment ✨
Hey there, Dr. Noor here! 👋 Let's talk teeth. We all know that sometimes the thought of dental work can feel a bit… daunting. My...
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