Your Oral Microbiome: What You Need To Know
Your oral microbiome is critical to your mouth and your body’s health. Discover what it is and how you and your dentist can keep it in proper balance.
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These Holiday Oral Health Tips Make the Season & Your Smile Bright
Visions of sugarplums dancing in your head? These seven holiday oral health tips will help you enjoy festive food and drink while guarding your oral health.
Why Is Flossing Important?
Why is flossing important to your oral health? Get expert answers to questions about the importance of flossing and how to do it effectively and more easily.
Should You Be Scraping Your Tongue?
Does tongue scraping work? Discover the potential benefits and side effects of tongue scraping, and how to make it a safe part of your oral hygiene routine.
Why AI Won’t Replace your Dentist
“Will AI replace dentists?” No—but dental artificial intelligence is already producing more accurate diagnoses, more efficient care, and better patient outcomes.
What You Need To Know About Digital Dentistry
Digital dentistry has thoroughly transformed patient experiences and outcomes. Find out how for yourself when you visit Penn Dental Family Practice.
Is Alcohol Bad for Your Teeth?
Is alcohol bad for your teeth? It can be—but find out what you can do to help protect your oral health against the effects of alcohol on teeth.
5 Oral Health Trends Emerging in 2025
Digital dentistry, teledentistry, AI, and more—keep an eye on how these oral health trends are reshaping oral health care at Penn Dental Family Practice.
Teeth Grinding and Other TMJ Problems: What You Need To Know
Is teeth grinding causing your headache? TMJ disorders can cause significant pain. Find out the TMJ symptoms to watch for and how to treat them.
Working to Better Women's Oral Health
Understanding and proactively addressing women’s oral health challenges leads to healthier mouths and better overall well-being and quality of life.
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