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Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 16, 2025.
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring
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Is there a correlation between my dental and cardiovascular health?
posted: Apr. 09, 2025.
YES! Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than
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This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 02, 2025.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two
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Why Baby Teeth Matter
posted: Mar. 26, 2025.
Sleepless nights, crankiness, drooling—how can such tiny teeth cause such a big fuss? But all those uncomfortable days and nights are forgotten when your baby’s first teeth make their appearance.
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The Evolution of the Toothbrush
posted: Mar. 19, 2025.
Oral hygiene has always been an important part of maintaining overall health. For thousands of years, humans have found ways to keep their teeth and mouths clean. According to the
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2025.
Millions of people, around SAINT JOHN, Indiana and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 05, 2025.
Capturing the Moment
At St. John Family Dentistry we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the
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Let's Talk About Your Roots!
posted: Feb. 26, 2025.
You’ve learned a lot from your dentist and your family about how to take care of your teeth. You brush and floss, you wear a mouthguard when you’re active, and
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Osteoporosis and Dental Health
posted: Feb. 19, 2025.
What do we know about osteoporosis? We may know that this disease makes the bones more brittle and vulnerable. We may know that osteoporosis is the cause of many a
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 12, 2025.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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Whitening an Artificial Tooth
posted: Feb. 05, 2025.
It’s a bit of a contradiction: you are justifiably proud of your beautiful dental work, but you don’t want it to be obvious when you smile. Dental prosthetics such as
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What to Do for Your Loose Tooth
posted: Jan. 29, 2025.
One of the first exciting childhood experiences we outgrow is the excitement of discovering a loose tooth. Sadly, there’s no adult Tooth Fairy waiting to exchange a gift for a
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Brushing Your Toddler’s Teeth
posted: Jan. 22, 2025.
At St. John Family Dentistry, we know that brushing your toddler’s teeth can be an intimidating prospect. So we’re providing a few tips in the hope of making the process
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The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco
posted: Jan. 15, 2025.
Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns.
Smokeless tobacco comes in
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
posted: Jan. 08, 2025.
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Jan. 01, 2025.
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary
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