Ice-cold bubbly sodas and ice cream are two popular treats to help cool off on hot summer days. But, they are usually full of added sugar that can lead to tooth decay and other health problems. Nipomo dentist, Dr. Perry Patel has a list of ideas for sugar-free and sugar reduced treats that are just…
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Dental care on the go
These days it feels like everyone is on the go, constantly moving and busy. Some people love the pressures of a busy life, but there can be a few drawbacks, especially to oral hygiene habits. After all— can't brush our teeth in the car, right? Pismo Beach dentist, Dr. Perry Patel believes good dental habits…
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Tips for staying flu-free and healthy
Flu season is not the only time of year to be concerned, even though some years promise to particularly threatening. Staying healthy and keeping family healthy year around is important to everyone including Dr. Perry Patel, family dentist in Grover Beach. Dr. Patel has assembled a list of 10 ways you can keep your family…
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How medications can affect dental health
Dr. Perry Patel, dentist in Arroyo Grande, advises patients to let the dentist know what kinds of medications they are taking; both prescription and over the counter. Medications can have quite a bit of influence on conditions in mouth and on oral health. Since germs and bacteria can enter the body through the mouth, good…
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