To flatten the COVID-19 curve and slow the current pandemic, the American Dental Association has recommended all dental practices postpone all non-emergency appointments for now. This means that it’s up to you to keep your smile safe until your dentist reopens their office. Since we don’t know when normal dental checkups and cleanings will resume, it’s more important than ever that we care for our oral health at home. Here are seven practical tips from your Painesville dentist for keeping your teeth and gums healthy throughout quarantine, as well as long after!

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Dental checkups are about so much more than polishing those pearly whites. They’re also a key factor in identifying and treating other problems in your mouth as early as possible. One incredibly important oral health condition your dentist checks for during a routine examination is cancer. Oral cancer affects more than 50,000 Americans every year, and it can be deadly if left untreated. Read on to find out more about this dangerous condition and how regular checkups with your dentist can keep you and your smile healthy.

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