The American Dental Association does not recommend any type of oral piercing because the mouth is a crucial organ for both respiration and digestion. It’s also full of bacteria at all times. #oralhealth #oralpiercing dentistwestmichigan.com/oral-piercings…

By knowing which foods to eat in moderation, or at least to chew carefully, you can avoid that emergency crown replacement and protect yourself from cavities. #oralhealth thedailymeal.com/healthy-eating…

Dentists keep recommending flossing because they see how flossing done correctly does remove plaque. #brushandfloss #oralhealth dentistwestmichigan.com/flossing-waste…

"The hygenist was very kind and gentle. My mouth didn't ache a bit even during the plaque scraping phase. After the cleaning, I was equipped with an ample supply of floss and toothpaste in order to continue my dental hygiene journey on my own." ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

This is the time of year our diets tend to get out of whack. Here are some tips for getting through the holidays without too much bingeing. #health #food #holidayeating cdc.gov/diabetes/libra…

Dry mouth isn’t a disease in and of itself. It’s a medical condition that is caused by a number of things large and small. What should you do about it? #drymouth #oralhealth dentistwestmichigan.com/dealing-with-d…

"All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth" was written in 1944 by Donald Gardner. He asked his 2nd grade class what they wanted for Christmas & noticed that almost all of them had one tooth missing. He wrote the song in 30 minutes! #MerryChristmas youtube.com/watch?v=WI02_U…

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If you are experiencing tooth sensitivity when you drink hot drinks, consult your dentist at your next dental checkup. #coffee #tea #oralhealth dentistwestmichigan.com/why-do-hot-dri…

You are never too old to have a beautiful smile, and we at DAWM can help! Make a New Year's Resolution, and call our office at (616) 554-5970.

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Do you have tooth pain that comes and goes when you are eating certain foods or chewing? You may have tooth sensitivity. It could also be cracked tooth syndrome which would require professional dental treatments to fix. #toothdamage dentistwestmichigan.com/cracked-tooth-…

If you choose to make dental resolutions around your oral care, you’ll create a win-win situation for both your oral health and financial situation! #newyearnewyou #oralhealth colgate.com/en-us/oral-hea…

According to the Academy of General Dentistry, the average person only brushes for 45-75 seconds a day. How much time do you take to brush YOUR teeth? #brushandfloss #toothcare #oralhealth

As long as people have had fingers, they’ve no doubt brushed their teeth or tried to remove debris between them, but the first “toothbrushes” were twigs. Aren't you glad you're not brushing with TWIGS? #dentalhistory #lowtechdentistry dentistwestmichigan.com/toothbrush-his…

It's Friday the 13th, but you don't have to be scared your teeth will look like this if you take good care of them now! #fridaythe13th #brushandfloss #oralhealth fridaythe13thfranchise.com/2016/09/prop-m…

What are the symptoms of an ear infection? They are earache, fever, dizziness, nausea, and, yes, TOOTH pain. Your ears, nose, and throat are all connected! #oralhealth #sinuspain #earinfection dentistwestmichigan.com/sinus-ear-infe…

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Kids, say "NO" to nail biting, or you could have problems with teeth grinding and clenching, tooth chipping, and gingivitis! #nailbiting #badhabits #oralhealth dentistwestmichigan.com/how-to-stop-yo…

If you have acid reflux, you should know that it can damage your oral health and cause changes in your mouth that can be painful. Be aware of what acid reflux can do to your teeth and what you can do to minimize its impact. #acidreflux #oralhealth dentistwestmichigan.com/danger-acid-re…