Dentist News

September 4, 2026

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Back-to-School Dental Checklist for Clovis Unified Families

Settling into the school year? Here's your dental checklist: California's kindergarten oral health assessment, sports mouthguards, and lunchbox tips.

September 3, 2026

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Why Is My Mouth So Dry When I Wake Up?

Waking up with a dry mouth usually means mouth breathing, medications, or dehydration. Learn the causes, the fixes, and when it signals sleep apnea.

September 2, 2026

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Why Do My Gums Bleed When I Floss? (And When to Worry)

Gums that bleed when you floss usually mean plaque and inflammation, not harm from flossing. Learn when it's normal and when it signals gingivitis.

September 1, 2026

Woman brushing her teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush to remove plaque

Plaque on Teeth: What It Is, What It Looks Like, and How to Remove It

What plaque on teeth is, how fast it forms, what it looks like, how to remove it at home, and when only a professional cleaning will do.

September 21, 2023

Types of Mouthwash to Use for a Dry Mouth

Best Mouthwash for Dry Mouth: What to Look For

The best mouthwash for dry mouth is alcohol-free and moisturizing, ideally with xylitol. What to look for on the label and when dry mouth needs a dentist.