It’s the perfect time of year for a pumpkin spice latte — but just as you sip on this seasonal hot beverage, you feel a stabbing pain in your tooth. In the summer, you get a dull ache in your tooth when you eat ice cream. The bad news is that you...
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Do you have an inkling that your breath isn’t the freshest? Perhaps people literally turn the other cheek when you lean in to kiss them. Or perhaps there’s a noticeable flinch when someone catches a whiff of your breath. Whatever the clues, you...
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It’s the time of year for spooky tricks and sugar treats, which also means it’s a good time to scare you into good preventative dental care habits — so your teeth can stay healthy throughout all the upcoming holidays. U.S. consumers spent more...
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Do you prioritize oral health care at home? Studies have shown that families who brush and floss together tend to have healthier mouths — and healthier bodies overall. Besides cavities and gingivitis, poor oral health can cause heart disease...
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Picture this: Your friend tells you to smile for a photo and you flash a sheepish closed-mouth grin to hide the stains on your teeth. If this is you and you’re looking for a solution, you’re not alone. Research shows that more and more people are...
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Have you ever stopped to think about how much saliva your mouth produces each day? It’s an impressive amount — up to 4 pints! Saliva plays an important part in your oral health. Consider saliva to be the bloodstream of your mouth, helping to...
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Chipping your tooth is the most common dental injury — and it can happen to anyone. You may not even notice a minor chip until you run your tongue along your teeth and feel a sharp, jagged edge. Or you could be panicking after a fall or sports...
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Do you get stressed when it comes time to visit the dentist? From getting fillings done to getting teeth extracted, going to the dentist can cause immense anxiety for some people. What if we told you pain-free dentistry was an option? At Hancock...
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Invisalign is a teeth-straightening solution that’s grown to be widely popular over the years. The orthodontic treatment is widely known for its discreet appearance and comfortable fit in the mouth. Both adults and teenagers opt for this...
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Zirconia dental implants are a tooth replacement option made from zirconium dioxide, which is also commonly referred to as zirconia. These implants are inserted into the jawbone and are an ideal alternative to traditional Titanium implants. As...
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We all know someone who loves candy and rarely brushes, yet they never seem to develop cavities. Meanwhile, there are those of us who are more prone to frequent cavities, even though we brush and floss regularly. You may even find yourself...
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Hancock and Johnston Dentistry is expanding and looking to fill a registered dental hygienist position immediately. We serve many families from our location in South Lubbock and treat all of our staff like family. Many patients rave about our...
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