Aug
21
Whether you are getting a root canal, a cosmetic procedure, or a cap, there are risks associated with any dental treatment. For procedures that affect the contour or position of your front teeth, changes in the way you speak can sometimes occur. If your teeth are not properly aligned, a whistling sound may happen when […]
Aug
6
Vitamin C is well-known for its many health benefits, from boosting your immune system to supporting good eyesight. But it’s also essential for maintaining healthy gums and strong oral tissues. By strengthening blood vessels, reducing inflammation, and increasing collagen production, vitamin C helps keep your gums resilient and less prone to periodontal disease. To help […]
Jul
23
You may not realize it, but one of the chemicals in your oral care product comes from nature and is vital in helping prevent decay. Trans-Chalcone is a plant-based chemical that protects against harmful mouth bacteria and prevents the build-up of plaque. It is found in licorice root and blocks the key enzyme that lets […]
Feb
5
Too much brushing can’t hurt, right? Not exactly. The American Dental Association recommends that everyone brushes their teeth at least twice per day. If you’re especially keen about taking perfect care of your teeth, maybe you brush after meals too—be warned: there is a right way to do this. Researchers have discovered that brushing too […]
Jan
22
It used to be pretty rare for anyone other than teenagers to have braces, but in today’s society, everyone with a crooked tooth or an overbite has the option to get it corrected with adult braces. Adults have a wider array of orthodontic appliances available to them that make the process more streamlined and less […]
Dec
18
According to a BBC article, one British mother was very unhappy when her five-year-old son needed a tooth pulled. Like many parents, she rarely gave her son soda or fruit juice and couldn’t understand how his teeth had gotten so bad. After asking her dentist, it turned out that the culprit was actually a “healthy” […]
Nov
27
Although our parents always told us to take small bites and to take our time chewing food, we often forget about this sound advice as we wolf down meals in a our fast paced lives. Hopefully, understanding the damage that this may cause can remind us to be more mindful during our next meal. Lacerations […]
Sep
11
If you’ve ever thought that a career in dentistry might be right for you, then read this! To become a dentist, you have to be willing to complete multiple years of school and be patient enough to work with people. How it starts: Complete a bachelors degree Completing a bachelor’s degree is step one in […]
Aug
15
What’s the cause of 90% of tooth loss? According to the ADA, gum disease and tooth decay are the major culprits. However, if we take the correct measures to keep our gums healthy, the future looks much brighter for our smiles… and our bodies. When there is a buildup of bacteria in the mouth, our […]
Aug
7
Every year, more than 3 million men suffer from prostatitis. Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate that can cause pain, difficulty urinating, and even flu-like symptoms. While this is a fairly common disease, what isn’t as commonly known about it is that prostatitis and gum disease are linked. One study found that men who […]
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