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Bottled Water: Friend or Foe?

June 13th, 2017

It's important to think about beverages that you drink and how that impacts your teeth. Some people choose bottled water over tap because they think it’s cleaner. Some do it out of convenience: It’s easy to grab a bottle of water to take with you for the day as you run out the door or…
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June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!

June 6th, 2017

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, and almost three out of five children aged 12 to 19 have tooth decay. Since June is National Smile Month, Dr. Douglas Barden and our…
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Orthodontic Treatment through the Internet

May 30th, 2017

You can learn just about anything on the Internet these days. You can also order just about anything on the Internet these days. But would you order your braces on the Internet? There’s a new trend involving websites that claim to offer a solution for straightening teeth, without your ever seeing a dentist or orthodontist…
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When should I floss during the day?

May 23rd, 2017

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Barden Orthodontics maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Milwaukee, WI office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth, bacteria starts…
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