Did you know that teeth are the only part of the human body that can’t heal themselves? That’s why protecting them is so important! A solid routine of preventive care can go miles toward keeping your smile healthy and beautiful for decades to come. Because we want you to enjoy a lifetime of great oral health, we’re here to provide a few tips on how to stop cavities before they start.

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You always hope that you’ll never have to deal with a dental emergency, but if you live a particularly active lifestyle or you don’t practice proper preventive care, the chances will go up significantly. One of the most common emergencies your emergency dentist in Arlington deals with is a knocked-out or broken tooth either from a fall or sports injury, but there are ways to prevent an emergency from happening in the first place.

The same reasons you wear a helmet while riding a bike also apply when playing contact sports, a mouthguard is a great way to protect the teeth during contact sports. Should an emergency occur, here’s what you should do.

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