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Transforming Smiles Blog

A Healthy Heart Starts with Your Smile

February 20, 2022

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Hands holding red heartBesides heart-shaped candy, February is also American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Heart Health Month is dedicated to raising awareness about issues that directly affect your heart negatively. You know a healthy diet and lifestyle are crucial to combating cardiovascular disease, but did you know your dental health is equally important? Believe it or not, a healthy heart starts with your gums. Your dentist in Lawrenceville recommends the following 4 tips to protect your smile from gum disease.

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3 Resolutions to Achieve Your Healthiest 2022 Smile

January 29, 2022

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new year's resolutions

For many of us, we just barely floated by during 2020 and 2021. The Covid-19 pandemic interrupted so many of our hopes, goals, and routines that many of our aspirations and plans have slipped through the cracks. For some people, this can include their health goals and resolutions. With hope rising for the new year, 2022 can move in a new direction. The first step is to create some New Year’s resolutions that tackle important factors like dental health. Here are 3 attainable and meaningful New Year’s resolutions to promote your healthiest smile in 2022.

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Dieting & Dental Health: 3 Pointers to Save Your Smile

January 7, 2022

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woman eating salad

You just visited the city last week and felt compelled by Atlanta’s billboards featuring so many healthy and attractive people. You’ve decided that you’re ready to try on that look. By jumping on a brand new diet trend, you’ve joined an exciting community of health activists who are ready to get their bodies and minds back on track. However, many diet trends are actually detrimental to oral health. If you aren’t careful, you may find yourself with a mouth full of cavities and other unexpected consequences. Here are a few common issues related to popular diet trends and what you can do to limit your risks. 

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The Different Parts of the Mouth and Their Functions

December 30, 2021

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Woman pointing to parts of the mouth

Your mouth has so much too it. All of the different parts work together for a variety of functions, and you use it every single day. You need your mouth to speak, breathe, eat, and digest food. Ultimately, the mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body, so it’s important to take care of it. Continue reading to learn about the different parts of your smile and what they do to contribute to your overall health and wellbeing.

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4 Stocking Stuffers That Benefit Your Child’s Smile

December 9, 2021

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Child holding stocking

Now that the holidays are finally here, you are probably spending time stringing lights around your home, putting on your favorite holiday movies, and listening to festive music. However, with so many holiday treats sitting around, the last thing that your children need are a bunch of sugary stocking stuffers. Here are some tooth-friendly stocking stuffer suggestions that won’t leave your child with a mouthful of cavities in the new year.

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