We all know the summer means hanging out with friends, swimming at the pool, sleeping in, having sleepovers and eating lots of junk food. Now that summer is quickly coming to an end, and it’s time to get back into the routine of going back to school, there’s no better time to schedule an appointment with their dentist in Spring Lake. Regular dental checkups and cleanings are just as important as medical immunizations, so find out why it’s best to take advantage of what is left of summer to put your child’s oral health on the right track for a new school year.

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While at work, you find yourself chewing on your nails out of nervousness for your upcoming presentation. Once you’re finished, you step outside for a quick smoke and grab a candy bar to calm yourself down and feed your craving. These bad habits may have “helped” you through an anxious time at work, but do you know how bad they are for your oral health? A dentist in Wall Township explains which bad dental habits you should break if you want to keep your teeth and gums happy and healthy.

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