Larry Bowers DDS

We provide adult restorative, cosmetic, and preventive dentistry in a fun, personal setting. We love dentistry and our patients!

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

Why couldn’t the dentist help the girl who ate glue? ?

Her lips were sealed. ?? #dentistjokes

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

That electric #toothbrush may do most of the work for you, but that doesn't mean there isn't a right and wrong way to use it. An electric toothbrush requires a different technique than a standard one, so read on and learn how to #brush like a pro! #teeth https://t.co/e5TEwNk6by

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Did you know that even the straightest and sparkliest pearly whites aren't immune to issues? ?

Gum care (like flossing daily) is essential to keeping things like gingivitis at bay! #periodontist

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Just like skin color, gum color can vary between different people.

While black #gums aren't necessarily a sign of an oral health issue, understanding the most common causes of black spots on your gums may help you decide if you need to seek treatment. https://t.co/15c2qRC4fo

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Do you want to hear a really good #dentist joke?

Okay, brace yourself... ?

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You've probably heard that what you don't know can't hurt you. Well when it comes to #cavity facts, what you don't know just might. Knowing these facts may actually help you prevent cavities! Read more here https://t.co/Y6B5Rz6Tsx #teeth #dentistry #oralhealth

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If you think that when you come in for a check-up we're just looking for #cavities, you'd be wrong!

We're also screening you for any signs of oral cancer. Visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and avoiding tobacco are the key factors in preventing oral cancer.​ #dentistry

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Whether it is part of your morning routine or a special step before a big event, mouthwash is a common tool in oral care. But what kind of #mouthwash should you be using? The world of mouthwash may be more complex than you think! #dentalcare https://t.co/iPT5Rs8lS5

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What do you call dental x-rays?

Tooth pics! ? #dentistjokes #dentalhumor #dentists

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For anyone who’s ever burned the roof of their mouth on a hot, cheesy, delicious slice of #pizza - this one’s for you! ?#dentists https://t.co/Pg4gTEd7j3

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

Did you know experts believe wisdom teeth may have been needed by people millions of years ago?

It's been found that our ancestors had larger jaws and ate food that needed a lot of chewing, like raw meat. #dentists #history

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We all know that good #oralhygiene keeps your mouth feeling fresh and looking good, but did you know that it may also safeguard your #fertility? It turns out, #gumdisease is linked to reproductive complications. #periodontist #dentistry https://t.co/G62VhCPvAV

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Mother: Has your tooth stopped hurting yet?

Son: I don't know. The dentist kept it. ? #dentistjokes

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You may be used to some bleeding when #flossing or temperature sensitivity in your teeth, but what you might not know is that bleeding and sensitivity can also be signs of #gumdisease https://t.co/MgZCdW5rC4

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

Why does Dracula brush and floss his teeth twice a day?

To prevent bat breath ? #dentistjokes

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

Did you know 1 in 5 Americans have untreated cavities? The best way to detect and treat them — see us twice a year! Until your next check-up, here are some tips on how to prevent #cavities. ? #dentists https://t.co/Rj89X8Y6Tr

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Toothbrush = $5.00 ✅
Toothpaste = $6.00 ✅
Having teeth to brush... ?
PRICELESS
#loveyourdentist #dentists

[Larry Bowers DDS @DrLarryBowers]

#Floss like a boss! If flossing hurts at first, or if your gums are bleeding, don’t give up! Keep up a regular routine of daily #brushing and #flossing and the pain should stop within a week or two as your #gums get healthier. #periodontist #oralhealth

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So THAT'S why spinach makes your teeth feel weird. https://t.co/OJTNl79x2v #dentistry

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In the case of a knocked-out tooth, the gum area will be damaged. In reimplanting the tooth, many nerves and blood vessels may not be repairable, so a root canal may be necessary. Luckily, once the tooth is in place, ligaments connecting the tooth to the bone can reform. #dentist