What the Color of Your Tongue Means for Dental Health
Each morning, you wake up, brush your teeth, and check your reflection in the mirror. But how much attention are you paying to your tongue? The tongue is a commonly overlooked part …
Is Vaping bad for Your Teeth?
Vaping: it’s become a cool alternative to smoking. Proponents of vaping say it’s less hazardous to health, less addictive, cheaper, and leaves less residue than smoking. While it’s true that vaping is a …
The Rising Concerns of Oral Cancer (and What you can do About it)
When you think of cancer, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? If you’re like most people, “oral cancer” probably isn’t your answer. As it turns out, though, the risk of oral …
Treats for the Troops!
Avoid too many sweets this Halloween season by donating your extra Halloween candy to overseas veterans and troops. Learn more here. Are you sitting down? We've got a startling Halloween candy statistic for …
Dental Care While Pregnant: Guidelines During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is one of the most miraculous events the human body ever goes through. While some of the physical changes are obvious and expected, others are less obvious. Dental health, for example, …
When Should You Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Wisdom teeth: most of us have them, and most of us get them extracted at some point. While they’re a standard part of the human body, wisdom teeth can cause some serious …
Safe Options Exist to Treat Teething Pain
No one likes for their babies to suffer and to cry when their teeth start to come in. However, parents should avoid using any teething products that contain benzocaine, the U.S. Federal …
Why Does Your Morning Breath Stink When You Wake Up?
Make you and your partner happier with fresher morning breath when you first wake up. The bad breath occurs because your saliva dries up during sleep. This allows bacteria to build up …
Mouth Night Guards: Dentists vs. Store-bought
We assume you want straight, white, gleaming teeth, right? Brushing, flossing and regular cleanings are a good start, but if you are one of the millions of people who grind their teeth …
Charcoal Toothpaste Debate: Whitens Teeth or Destroys Them?
One of the hottest trends in the dental world includes brushing teeth with charcoal. Many claim it actually removes stains and whitens teeth. However, others insist it damages enamel and can destroy …