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Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.

Most Fargo adults have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep.

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Looking For A Great Dentist In Fargo?

Finding a phenomenal dentist in Fargo is typically achieved with a personal recommendation. The most common way for people to find a dentist in a new area such as Fargo is to ask a friend or neighbor ‘Who is your dentist?’ The answer is usually followed up with an explanation about whether or not your friend likes their dentist, and whether they would recommend them.

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Get Your Teeth In Shape, West Fargo!

These days West Fargo residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to complement and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at Designer Smiles, we want to make sure that those in the Moorhead, Casselton, and Hillsboro area have healthy, attractive teeth.

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Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile In Fargo

Hi, I’m Dennis Hetland of Designer Smiles. If you are one of my existing patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by.

My high tech team and I love taking care of our Fargo, Moorhead, Casselton, and Hillsboro patients.

Today’s article is for West Fargo area people who are overdue for a cleaning and exam.

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More Valuable Than A Diamond

“Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.”
-Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605

When Cervantes wrote Don Quixote, there was no way to replace teeth that were lost to trauma or decay. We are fortunate to live here in Fargo at a time where there is a permanent, cutting-edge replacement for missing teeth – the amazing dental implant.

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All Tooth Stains Are Not Created Equal

Will any of our locally advertised Fargo teeth whitening options remove the stains from your teeth? The effectiveness of teeth bleaching depends partly on the types of stains.

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5 Cavity Basics For West Fargo

Some of the most popular dental topics discussed in Moorhead and Fargo relate to cosmetic dentistry, such as teeth whitening, veneers, and dental implants. However, the desire to avoid cavities is still the main reason Casselton and Hillsboro residents visit their dentists, so today the Fargo dental blog is going to highlight the 5 things you need to know about cavities.

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Dental Checkups In Fargo

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most people in the Fargo area need a dental check-up every six months. If you live in Fargo and are at higher risk for oral diseases, we recommend an examination every four months

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A Toothache The Size Of West Fargo

Patients often come into our Fargo, ND, dental practice and complain about ‘a toothache the size of West Fargo’. I understand this kind of pain, and realize that when you describe it like that, it really hurts. I can help.

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Does My Moorhead Dentist Treat Bad Breath?

When my Moorhead dental patients ask me if mouthwash cures bad breath, I tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive problems.

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