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Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?

April 16th, 2025

One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is very noticeable. Is this something to be concerned about? Happily, probably not. Both baby teeth and adult teeth have the same basic structure. The inside…
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Ten Fun Things to Do with Your Old Toothbrush

April 9th, 2025

Dr. Roger and Scott Amundson and our staff recommend that you replace your worn-out, germy toothbrush with a new one every three months. But most people either forget or resist getting rid of something that is still “working.” Maybe if they had a few ideas for putting that old toothbrush to good use, more people…
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Oral Cancer Risks, Prevention, and Diet

April 3rd, 2025

Oral cancer includes cancers of the mouth, tongue, cheeks, gums, and the floor of the mouth. The risks, prevention strategies, and diet can significantly influence the likelihood of developing this condition. Oral Cancer Risks Several factors can increase the risk of oral cancer. These include: Tobacco Use: Smoking, chewing tobacco, and using other forms of…
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Time for Some Spring Cleaning!

April 2nd, 2025

Just like that, it’s Spring, and the world looks brighter! The skies are sunnier. Daylight in Grand Forks lasts longer. And your smile can be brighter, too—with a little bit of spring cleaning.After all, sometimes dental habits become so automatic that we don’t pay them as much attention as we should. Without careful daily brushing…
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