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What are some of the health benefits you will get by giving to others? 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Why is it so popular? Is it safe? 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Here are some crucial tips from some leading emergency management organizations.</p> </div></div></div> </article> <!-- .et_pb_post --> <article id="post-13319" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_blog_item_0_5 post-13319 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog category-lifestyle-blog-articles"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/choose-best-toothbrush/" class="entry-featured-image-url"><img src="https://www.soamsdental.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/choosing-the-best-toothbrush.png" alt='How To Choose the Best Toothbrush' width='1080' height='675' /></a> <div class="desc-wrap"> <div class="cat-time-wrap"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/blog/" class="cat-link">Blog</a><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/lifestyle-blog-articles/" class="cat-link">Lifestyle</a> <span class="cat-time-divider">|</span>2 min read </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/choose-best-toothbrush/">How To Choose the Best Toothbrush</a></h2> <p class="post-meta">by <span class="author vcard"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/author/gerfen/" title="Posts by Dr. Gerfen" rel="author">Dr. Gerfen</a></span> | <span class="published">May 18, 2017</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Choosing the best toothbrush can seem like a daunting task! Here are our top tips to choose the right toothbrush for each member of your family.</p> </div></div></div> </article> <!-- .et_pb_post --> <article id="post-1884" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_blog_item_0_6 post-1884 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog category-lifestyle-blog-articles"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/maintain-healthy-teeth-while-traveling/" class="entry-featured-image-url"><img src="https://www.soamsdental.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kemi-amos-gerfen-dmd-soams-dental-care.jpg" alt='8 Tips to Maintain Healthy Teeth While Traveling' width='1080' height='675' /></a> <div class="desc-wrap"> <div class="cat-time-wrap"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/blog/" class="cat-link">Blog</a><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/lifestyle-blog-articles/" class="cat-link">Lifestyle</a> <span class="cat-time-divider">|</span>2 min read </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/maintain-healthy-teeth-while-traveling/">8 Tips to Maintain Healthy Teeth While Traveling</a></h2> <p class="post-meta">by <span class="author vcard"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/author/gerfen/" title="Posts by Dr. Gerfen" rel="author">Dr. Gerfen</a></span> | <span class="published">Apr 5, 2016</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>What are your travel plans this summer? Whether you’re planning a long weekend at the beach, a rustic camping adventure, or an international getaway, no doubt you’re excited about your upcoming escape. The house-sitter is booked, your bags are packed…but do you have...</p> </div></div></div> </article> <!-- .et_pb_post --> <article id="post-1867" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_blog_item_0_7 post-1867 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog category-lifestyle-blog-articles tag-party-tips"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/danbury-dentist-holiday-party/" class="entry-featured-image-url"><img src="https://www.soamsdental.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/2015-holiday-party-social-post.png" alt='7 Tips to Host An Awesome Holiday Party' width='1080' height='675' /></a> <div class="desc-wrap"> <div class="cat-time-wrap"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/blog/" class="cat-link">Blog</a><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/lifestyle-blog-articles/" class="cat-link">Lifestyle</a> <span class="cat-time-divider">|</span>3 min read </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/danbury-dentist-holiday-party/">7 Tips to Host An Awesome Holiday Party</a></h2> <p class="post-meta">by <span class="author vcard"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/author/gerfen/" title="Posts by Dr. Gerfen" rel="author">Dr. Gerfen</a></span> | <span class="published">Dec 22, 2015</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>Lights! Family! Desserts! The holiday season can be an exhilarating time! But, for many, it can also be a tad on the stressful side – especially when it comes to entertaining. Each year, there seems to be more pressure to host the perfect party … so your...</p> </div></div></div> </article> <!-- .et_pb_post --> <article id="post-1847" class="et_pb_post clearfix et_pb_blog_item_0_8 post-1847 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog category-lifestyle-blog-articles tag-dental-benefits tag-dental-insurance"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/danbury-dentist-benefits/" class="entry-featured-image-url"><img src="https://www.soamsdental.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/15101-social-post-benefits5.png" alt='Don’t Throw Your Money Away ‐ Use Your 2015 Dental Benefits Before You Lose Them!' width='1080' height='675' /></a> <div class="desc-wrap"> <div class="cat-time-wrap"> <a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/blog/" class="cat-link">Blog</a><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/category/lifestyle-blog-articles/" class="cat-link">Lifestyle</a> <span class="cat-time-divider">|</span>3 min read </div> <h2 class="entry-title"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/blog/danbury-dentist-benefits/">Don’t Throw Your Money Away ‐ Use Your 2015 Dental Benefits Before You Lose Them!</a></h2> <p class="post-meta">by <span class="author vcard"><a href="https://www.soamsdental.com/author/gerfen/" title="Posts by Dr. Gerfen" rel="author">Dr. Gerfen</a></span> | <span class="published">Nov 9, 2015</span></p><div class="post-content"><div class="post-content-inner"><p>We know the world of dental insurance benefits, deductibles, co‐pays, etc. can be difficult to navigate. That’s why the team here at Soams Dental Care is always ready to answer questions to help you understand your options. 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