Spotlight on Men’s Oral Health
WE SHOULD ALL BE taking good care of our teeth and gums, but did you know that this can mean different things for men than…
What Makes Teeth Sensitive?
IF YOU CAN’T REALLY enjoy ice cream because every bite sends a nasty jolt through your teeth, then you know what…
Fluoride and Cavity Prevention
IF YOU LOOK AT ANY tube of toothpaste with the American Dental Association’s seal of acceptance, you’ll see…
The Impact of Diabetes on Teeth and Gums
ONE OF THE MOST common complications of diabetes is gum disease, and that isn’t the only way diabetes is hard on teeth and gums. Diabetes and…
Gum Recession: Minimizing Your Risks
THE EXPRESSION “getting long in the tooth” refers to gum recession, but this oral health problem isn’t necessarily connected to…
The Ways Medicine Affects Oral Health
EVERY MEDICATION COMES with a list of potential side effects. Sometimes those side…
Common Toothbrush Mistakes To Avoid
MAINTAINING GOOD DENTAL health isn’t just about the quantity of your brushing — it’s also about the quality. There are several mistakes many…
How Clean Is Your Tongue?
“BRUSH YOUR TEETH for two full minutes twice a day, and floss your teeth once a day.” You’ve probably lost count of how…
Too Few Or Too Many Adult Teeth?
DEPENDING ON HOW MANY wisdom teeth come in and whether or not they have to be removed, most adults have 28-32 adult teeth. There are…
Enamel Hypoplasia
WE ALL WANT a perfect, pearly-white smile. Sometimes all it takes is a good brushing and flossing habit and regular…