Tooth decay is one of the most pervasive childhood issues, yet tooth decay also affects adults. Regular checkups at Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH is one of the best things for preventing tooth decay. Blame it on Bacteria The cause of tooth decay is bacteria. Bacteria live in your mouth and merge with plaque […]
Raise Your Dental IQ
Little things you can do every day can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. The critical thing is the balance of bacteria. This is […]
Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Lifesmiles
Good dental health and a great smile depend on more than simply brushing regularly. In this post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH, we present a quick refresher on important lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it helps to get a reminder once in […]
You Should Worry if Any of These 3 Things Happen in Your Mouth
The state of your oral health is closely related to your overall health, which is just one of the reasons why daily brushing and flossing is so important. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we’re using this post to discuss three common issues that you should never ignore. Dry mouth. Everyone has an unusually […]
Eruption Charts: Not As Scary As They Sound
This post from Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH examines eruption charts, and how we use them in pediatric dentistry. Do they sound a little scary? They aren’t. An eruption chart is a listing of the different types of teeth in the mouth and when, on average, they come in, or ‘erupt,’ in a growing […]
Modern Dentistry In Derry With No Oxen Hooves
One of the essential habits of good oral health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. At Vanguard Dental Group in Derry NH we recommend using one with fluoride. Make sure it has the ADA seal. That seal ensures that the toothpaste has been tested, claims […]
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