Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority
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Welcome to the Blog of Terrance Swonke, DDS
Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a dentist in the The Woodlands, TX area, we’re excited you are here. With the dental industry advancing, we recognize the importance of keeping our patients and visitors up to date with all of the new and exciting things taking place in our practice.
As we move forward with our blog, we hope to promote dental awareness as a vital part of your healthy lifestyle. Here you will find a variety of articles and topics including dental news, advancements in dental technology and treatments, practical oral health advice and updates from our practice.
We hope you find our blog to be helpful, engaging and informational to ensure your best dental health.
As always, feel free to contact our Terrance Swonke, DDS office with any dental questions or concerns.
-- Terrance Swonke, DDS
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Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath
posted: May 30, 2023.
Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
posted: May 23, 2023.
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right
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Caring for Your Smile While Wearing Invisalign®
posted: May 16, 2023.
Getting your braces off is exciting. You’ve been working on your new smile for months or years, and it’s time for the trips to our The Woodlands, Texas office to
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 09, 2023.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning
We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their
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The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 02, 2023.
Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice
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What exactly is a cavity?
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
We all know how discouraging can be it to hear you have a dental cavity. Knowing how cavities form can help you prevent them from popping up in your mouth.
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Every Day is Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a
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TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is
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Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge
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Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen®
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
There are so many adults and teens in our The Woodlands, Texas office who would love to have their teeth straightened but that are unwilling to go through the long
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Pediatric Dental Emergency Know-How
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Parents are usually expert at taking care of their children’s injuries. You know how to disinfect a cut, soothe a bump on the head, and apply a bandage faster than
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St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who
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Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At Terrance Swonke, DDS, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One
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Three Surprising Causes of Bad Breath
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Rumor has it that the Queen of England doesn’t allow garlic in the palace. And, even if you have no royal duties in the near future, it might be a
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty
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Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and
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