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News and advice for a healthy smile.

73 articles written by our team on prevention, children’s teeth, gum health, implants and news from the clinic.

A Healthy Mouth Helps the Planet Too

Not everyone knows that the healthcare sector has a significant impact on the environment: as much as 5% of greenhouse gas emissions come from healthcare, and dentistry is a major contributor within…

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2022 9 articles

27 September 20221 min read

Dental X-Rays During Pregnancy: Are They Safe for Your Baby?

Going to the dentist during pregnancy is not only safe but, as we have seen, absolutely necessary for the wellbeing of mother and baby if there are problems with the teeth or gums. Unfortunately…

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Older adult smiling, illustrating oral health and memory

8 September 20222 min read

Tooth Loss, Memory and Dementia: How Oral Health Affects the Brain

If you want to protect your brain, do not neglect your oral hygiene: each tooth you lose can increase the risk of cognitive impairment by 1.4% and the risk of developing some form of dementia by 1.1%.

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Friends toasting with drinks at an aperitivo

6 July 20222 min read

How to Protect Your Teeth Without Giving Up the Aperitivo

Summer brings more chances to socialise and more aperitivos, and there is nothing wrong with that, quite the opposite. The important thing is not to neglect your oral hygiene and to choose snacks and…

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Hand holding a lit cigarette, illustrating the damage smoking does to teeth and implants

20 June 20222 min read

Smoking Damages Your Teeth and Your Dental Implants Too

The risks of the bad habit of smoking are not limited to the health of the gums and natural teeth: they also extend to dental implants. Let’s see why.

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8 June 20221 min read

Gluten Intolerance and Coeliac Disease: Signs in the Mouth

Some problems affecting the mouth appear to be a consequence of gluten intolerance. Let us look at what they are and why the dentist plays a key role in prevention.

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5 May 20222 min read

Your Child’s First 1,000 Days: A Lifelong Investment in Oral Health

A survey carried out in Italy on a sample of women of childbearing age shows widespread misinformation about the oral health of mothers and children. And yet the first thousand days of perinatal life…

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30 March 20222 min read

Teenagers Are Still Failing at Oral Hygiene

Among its other effects, the COVID-19 pandemic has further reduced young people’s attention to oral hygiene. This is the finding of a survey conducted by Laboratorio Adolescenza together with the…

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Person biting their nails, a habit that damages the teeth

11 March 20223 min read

Everyday Bad Habits That Damage Your Teeth

Beyond eating too much sugar in the form of sweets, fizzy drinks and the like, there are habits we often pay little attention to that, over time, can seriously damage the mouth. Let’s look at what…

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20 January 20221 min read

Got a Dental Appointment? Brush Your Teeth Thoroughly First

There is no such thing as too many measures to contain the spread of COVID-19, which unfortunately is still circulating and highly contagious, and here at COBE Dental we are doing everything we can…

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2021 15 articles

20 December 20212 min read

Antibiotics for Toothache: Use and Misuse

Antibiotic resistance continues to spread around the world, with the result that a growing number of infections are becoming harder to treat as the drugs used against them become less effective…

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Young child smiling, illustrating a first visit to the dentist

4 November 20214 min read

When to Take Your Child for Their First Dental Visit

The AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) and the ADA (American Dental Association) recommend bringing a child for their first dental visit when the first tooth erupts, or by their first…

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26 October 20213 min read

Precision Dentistry: Applications and Benefits

Precision medicine was born in oncology and, thanks to its predictive power, it has saved lives. Today it is also being applied to dentistry, through diagnostic tests such as genetic and molecular…

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1 October 20212 min read

COBE Dental: More Than a Practice, a Close-Knit Team

We are a team of people with very different cultural backgrounds, specialist training, ideas and life experiences, and that is our strength.

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20 September 20213 min read

Preventing Tooth Decay in Children Starts at School

The first bell has rung for a great many Italian children and teenagers, who are back in the classroom in person, and we hope they can stay there for the whole school year. School is a vital place of…

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23 July 20213 min read

Hormonal Changes and Women’s Oral Health

Over the course of their lives women go through many changes linked to rising or falling levels of circulating hormones: in puberty, during the menstrual cycle, in pregnancy and at menopause. These…

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2 July 20211 min read

COBE Digital Dental Therapy: Digital Dentistry for Patients

The digital evolution reached our clinic several years ago, and the use of digital technologies is now an everyday reality in the care of our patients. It has truly transformed our approach to…

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Stressed person holding their head, illustrating the effects of anxiety on oral health

17 June 20213 min read

How Anxiety and Stress Can Damage Your Smile

What effects do stress and anxiety have on the health of your teeth and mouth? How do they show up, and what can you do to limit the damage to your smile?

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Researcher reviewing scientific data, illustrating a study on periodontitis and mortality

14 April 20212 min read

Periodontitis, Tooth Loss and Mortality Risk: New Study

Periodontitis affects around 50% of adults worldwide. In its most severe form and in its final consequences (edentulism, the loss of all teeth), it is the sixth most widespread disease, affecting…

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31 March 20212 min read

Why Monitoring Matters in Periodontal Treatment

Periodontitis in Italy is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults (edentulism). It is mainly triggered by bacterial plaque building up on the tooth surfaces: if this is not removed, in a…

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17 March 20213 min read

COVID-19: Let’s Not Let Our Guard Down

A year after it began, the COVID-19 pandemic is not yet over. In the meantime, there have been many medical and scientific discoveries that allow us to manage the infection better and, above all, to…

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Healthy smile illustrating the importance of gum health

2 March 20218 min read

Periodontitis and Mortality: Why Gum Health Is Vital

Periodontitis is a global public health problem. That is the conclusion of a large review of all the scientific literature on the association between periodontitis and mortality, recently published…

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Smiling woman with a natural-looking smile after dental implant treatment

19 February 20212 min read

Dental Implants: Timing and Methods for a Perfect Smile

Implantology is the branch of dentistry that replaces missing teeth with prostheses anchored to the jawbones by titanium screws, to give a natural-looking set of teeth. What are the timescales and…

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3D illustration of coronavirus particles

4 February 20212 min read

Periodontitis and COVID-19: A Very Dangerous Combination

The results of the first study on the effects of periodontitis in patients with COVID-19, just published, are clear: people whose gums are severely inflamed and who do not treat them risk a much more…

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14 January 20212 min read

Cutting Down on Sugar to Fight Tooth Decay

Tooth decay is the most widespread non-communicable disease in the world: it is estimated that at least 90% of the population, of any age, develops it at some point in their lives. Children are the…

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2020 11 articles

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29 December 20203 min read

The Right Oral Hygiene Routine to Prevent Tooth Decay and Gum Disease

If you want to keep your smile for a long time, you need to look after your oral hygiene consistently and regularly. Removing plaque, the cause of bad breath, tooth decay, gingivitis and…

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Young woman wearing a black cloth face mask

7 December 20205 min read

COVID-19 Face Masks: Which Work Best and How to Use Them

Recent studies have shown that multi-layer cloth masks can provide enough filtration for personal protection and block virus particles exhaled by others, reducing transmission of the virus by more…

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Bottle of mouthwash for daily oral hygiene

19 November 20202 min read

Oral Hygiene and SARS-CoV-2: New Findings on CPC Mouthwash

The discovery of a mouthwash able to reduce the viral load in saliva by 99.9% opens up interesting prospects in the fight against the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

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Young child at a paediatric dental visit

15 October 20203 min read

How to Choose the Right Dentist for Your Child

You never forget your first love… or your first visit to the dentist! Building a good relationship from an early age with the doctor who looks after our smile is therefore essential. But how do you…

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24 August 20201 min read

Protect Your Oral Health to Strengthen Your Immune Defences

Never before has it been so clear how important it is to strengthen the immune system to protect the body from attack by pathogens and microorganisms. The health of the mouth and teeth is a signal to…

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Dentist wearing a face mask and protective equipment

29 July 20202 min read

Aerosol Reduction, Air Purification and Other Anti-COVID Measures

For decades, dental practices have had to deal with exposure to a range of pathogenic microbes: think of the outbreaks of hepatitis B in the 1960s, followed by HIV in the 1980s, and more recently…

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24 June 20202 min read

Children’s Oral Hygiene: Questions and Answers for Parents

New parents coping with their first baby very often worry about the child’s wellbeing (is the baby sleeping enough? too hot? too cold?) and diet (is the baby eating enough? should I top up…

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Smiling woman, representing a return to the dentist after lockdown

17 June 20202 min read

We’re Ready, Are You? Returning to the Dentist After Lockdown

We have worked hard to ensure the highest standards of hygiene and safety in our clinic, and we are now ready to welcome you and take care of your smile as soon as you feel ready.

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Dental clinic prepared with COVID-19 protection measures

28 April 20203 min read

Our Measures to Keep COVID-19 Out of Our Clinic

The new coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, as we have learnt over these long months, is a highly infectious viral pathogen transmitted through droplets of saliva and via contaminated objects or surfaces. Until…

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Child brushing their teeth with fluoride toothpaste

4 February 20202 min read

A Spoonful of Fluoride: Preventing Tooth Decay in Children

The lovely Mary Poppins sang the praises of sugar; the bitter truth, unfortunately, is that sugar is enemy number one for the teeth of young and old alike! Luckily there is fluoride, a very useful…

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17 January 20202 min read

Professional Teeth Whitening: The Safest Way to a Brighter Smile

A dazzling smile is the dream of a great many people, young and not so young: a smile with white, bright teeth helps to boost self-esteem and, in many cases, to improve our relationships with others.

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2019 16 articles

5 December 20193 min read

Let’s Stop Tooth Decay: Protecting Your Child’s Smile

In Italy, tooth decay affects almost one child in two over the age of ten. How can we prevent it and protect our children’s smiles for years to come?

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Relaxed patient, illustrating nitrous oxide sedation for dental anxiety

8 November 20192 min read

Nitrous Oxide Sedation for Dental Pain and Anxiety

Sedation is now an integral part of dentistry and a valid alternative to treatment under general anaesthesia for controlling pain and anxiety in phobic patients. Among the safest methods available…

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Anxious patient thinking about a visit to the dentist

30 October 20192 min read

What Does Fear of the Dentist Really Cost You?

According to a recent survey by Censis, more than 17 million Italians do not go for annual dental check-ups because they are afraid. There are many fears, but the main one is the cost of any…

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Hands holding clear aligners, an aligner case and a teeth whitener bottle

10 October 20192 min read

DIY Orthodontics and Dental Fake News: Protect Your Smile

ASIO (the Italian Association of Orthodontic Specialists) has recently warned about the spread in Italy of a trend already well established in the United States: the use of aligners, sold online by…

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Person lying awake in bed, unable to sleep

11 September 20192 min read

Not Sleeping Well? Your Dentist Can Help

Sleep apnoea, snoring and other sleep-related breathing disorders are often linked to chewing problems, yet 60% of patients do not know they can ask their dentist for help.

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Dental hygiene instruments ready for a professional cleaning session

27 August 20192 min read

Professional Dental Cleaning: How, When and Why

How should a professional dental cleaning be carried out? When is it advisable to book a session, and why is it so important not to skip your appointment with the dental hygienist?

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5 July 20192 min read

Summer Drinks and Cold Treats: How to Protect Your Smile

The enemies of a healthy smile are often invisible and can hide behind seemingly harmless habits and foods. Overdoing drinks that are high in sugar or too acidic, for example, can put the health of…

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16 June 20191 min read

Healthy Mouth as a Child, Strong Heart as an Adult

Can tooth decay and gum inflammation in childhood increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease in adulthood?

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Close-up of a molar with a silver amalgam filling

29 May 20193 min read

Can Amalgam Fillings Cause Fatigue, Fibromyalgia or Depression?

Silver amalgam has been the material most widely used by dentists around the world to restore premolars and molars for more than a century, despite its potential toxicity due to the mercury it…

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12 May 20192 min read

Is Tooth Decay Hereditary? What a Twin Study Found

According to a recent Australian study involving 250 pairs of twins, the idea that there is a genetic predisposition to tooth decay is unfounded.

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15 April 20192 min read

Shiitake Mushrooms: Therapeutic Benefits for Teeth and Gums

The therapeutic properties of shiitake, a mushroom that grows on dead or dying stumps and trunks of beech, oak and chestnut trees, are countless: the best known are its antioxidant, anti-tumour…

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Smiling woman with fresh, radiant facial skin

26 March 20192 min read

A Beautiful Smile Deserves a Fresh, Harmonious Face

Rejuvenating the face by restoring tone and volume to tissues that have lost vitality and freshness through age or missing teeth is now possible at your trusted dentist too. Find out how!

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Hands holding a red heart, symbolising heart health

15 March 20191 min read

Periodontitis: The Silent Enemy of Your Heart

At the Perio & Cardio Workshop 2019, researchers and doctors from the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) and the World Heart Federation (WHF) discussed the links between cardiovascular…

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26 February 20192 min read

Kiwi Fruit: A Valuable Ally for Gum and Oral Health

Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, kiwi fruit is known for its benefits to the whole body. A recent study has shown that eating two kiwis a day also reduces gum inflammation.

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4 February 20192 min read

Gum Disease and Erectile Dysfunction: The Oral Health Link

Looking after your mouth is essential for the health of your mouth and teeth, but not only that. According to a study recently published in the medical and scientific journal Journal of…

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Chocolate cupcakes topped with frosting, a reminder of sugar and blood glucose

18 January 20193 min read

Check Your Gums Regularly to Help Prevent Diabetes

The health of our gums and metabolic diseases are closely connected, as recent studies have shown.

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2018 21 articles

18 December 20182 min read

Teenagers Fail at Oral Hygiene: They Can’t Brush Their Teeth

One of the main goals of oral hygiene education for children and teenagers is to learn to look after their oral health as adults. However, a recent study has shown that millennials’ ability to brush…

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10 December 20183 min read

Bad Breath (Halitosis): Causes and Remedies

Bad breath is a common and widespread problem. Research has in fact shown that 50% of adults have breath problems or have suffered from halitosis.

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20 November 20182 min read

From Mouth to Brain: How Periodontitis Can Trigger Alzheimer's

A study recently published in the journal PLOS ONE has shown that periodontitis, an inflammatory disease that destroys the supporting structures of the teeth, can accelerate the onset of Alzheimer's…

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Woman biting an ice cube, a common trigger for sensitive teeth

9 November 20182 min read

Sensitive Teeth: Causes and Treatments

Has enjoying an ice cream, an iced drink or a very hot beverage stopped being a pleasure and become a painful experience? Do your gums sometimes bleed when you brush or floss? You probably have…

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22 October 20182 min read

Breastfeeding and Oral Health: Advice for Nursing Mothers

Breastfeeding is one of the first and most intimate decisions a new mother makes for her baby. It matters for the newborn, because it strengthens the immune system and reduces the risk of cot death…

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4 October 20182 min read

Snoring Disrupts Sleep and Can Harm Your Oral Health

Recent studies have shown that people who snore have a significant drop in the pH of their mouth and are therefore more exposed to tooth decay.

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Child brushing their teeth with a colourful toothbrush

10 September 20182 min read

How to Teach Your Children to Brush Their Teeth and Have Fun

If you think you are too busy and never have time, try being a child again for a moment! As well as going to school, playing sport and doing a thousand other things, a child also has to learn to look…

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Young child at their first dental check-up

27 August 20182 min read

Your Child’s First Orthodontic Check-Up: When to Start

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that prevents, intercepts and corrects irregularities of the teeth and jaws, to achieve a harmonious smile and correct chewing. The orthodontist is therefore…

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23 July 20182 min read

Oral Hygiene in Older People: Electric or Manual Toothbrush?

Good oral hygiene in older people not only helps preserve natural teeth for longer but also protects general health, because it prevents systemic problems that give rise to sources of acute and…

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Dental implant model showing implant, abutment and crown

16 July 20182 min read

Dental Implant Success Depends on Treating Gum Disease First

Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the gums that leads to the destruction of the periodontium, the structure that supports the tooth. It is caused by a bacterial infection and aggravated by…

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2 July 20181 min read

Periodontitis Can Cancel Out the Health Benefits of Sport

Poor oral health, and gum disease in particular, appears to drastically reduce the health benefits of sport.

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6 June 20183 min read

Foods That Protect Your Smile: What to Eat for Healthy Teeth

Which foods should you put on the table to preserve the natural health of your mouth and the brightness of your teeth?

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6 June 20182 min read

Thumb Sucking or a Dummy: Which Is Better for Teeth?

Sucking is a natural reflex in babies. Sucking a thumb, fingers, a dummy or other objects makes a child feel safer and happier and helps them explore the world around them. Young children also suck…

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Young person screaming with eyes shut, expressing strong emotion

12 May 20182 min read

How Patient Personality Affects Periodontal Treatment Success

A study by a team of Italian researchers coordinated by Carlo Bertoldi, associate professor of Periodontology at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, recently published in the journal Acta…

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12 May 20182 min read

Oral Piercings: The Risks to Your Mouth and Health

Piercing, like tattooing, is a very popular form of self-expression, especially among young people. Oral or perioral piercings are among the most requested, but they can have significant consequences…

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Plate with a small portion of food, illustrating eating disorders and oral health

26 April 20181 min read

Eating Disorders and Oral Health: The Latest Findings

It has long been known that eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia can seriously compromise oral health, both because of the resulting nutritional deficiencies (in particular of micronutrients…

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Person exhaling vapour from an electronic cigarette

10 April 20182 min read

E-Cigarettes and Oral Health: Are They Really Harmless?

It has long been known that smoking cigarettes, cigars and pipes is harmful to the health of the mouth: nicotine penetrates tooth enamel and stains it, and the heat produced by burning tobacco…

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18 March 20182 min read

Children's Oral Hygiene: How to Care for Little Teeth

Oral hygiene should start from the very earliest age: even before the first teeth come through, it is a good idea to wipe the gums after each feed with gauze or a soft damp cloth, to prevent “baby…

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Pregnant woman, illustrating dental care during pregnancy

18 March 20183 min read

Oral Health During Pregnancy: Italian Ministry of Health Advice

Pregnancy is a very delicate time for a woman’s body, and the mouth is no exception. Looking after your oral health safely during pregnancy is possible and, in some cases, absolutely necessary to…

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Smiling young child showing their baby teeth

18 March 20183 min read

Baby Teeth: When They Come In and When They Fall Out

Even during pregnancy, and so before birth, the buds of the baby teeth develop beneath the child’s gums. Below you will find a reference chart showing when your child’s teeth will start to come…

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COBE Dental team of dentists in Casalecchio di Reno

18 March 20181 min read

The Dentist You Were Looking For Is in Casalecchio di Reno

COBE Dental is the dental clinic where you will find the professional advice you were looking for and a solution to any problem affecting your mouth.

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