October 23rd, 2024
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly whites. In addition to creating an overly acidic environment in your mouth, alcohol severely dehydrates oral tissues because of its desiccant and diuretic properties. Because…
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October 17th, 2024
There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag reflex, or need a lot of work done in one visit. If you think sedation dentistry might be right for you, this procedure is something…
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October 9th, 2024
If you’ve been following a vegetarian or vegan diet, you know that there’s much more to living a healthy life than simply avoiding meat products. Making sure your diet includes enough protein, as well as any nutrients that are primarily available in animal products, takes planning, and there’s no one-menu-fits-all solution. Why? Because there’s no…
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October 2nd, 2024
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? Drs. Abraham, Hanna, and Scroggs and our team at Cedar Rapids Family Dental Center encourage you to warm up your mind this fall season with a few great books. Sure it may…
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