Most patients leave their dentist appointments with a new toothbrush to take home. However, replacing your toothbrush only when you visit the dentist, once or twice a year, might not be often enough. That’s right! Toothbrushes wear out over time and after enough...
While you might think that oral health is all about the mouth, that notion isn’t completely accurate. The health of your teeth and gums also affects the rest of the body. So, it’s imperative to do everything you can to maintain your oral health, just like...
Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in some of the foods we eat. It can also be found in some city water systems, oral hygiene products, and even in nutritional supplements. While fluoride plays several roles in a person’s health, it is perhaps most...
Canker sores are usually small sores that develop on the soft tissues inside the mouth. Whether they crop up on your gums, cheeks, or tongue, canker sores all have one thing in common – they can be painful and uncomfortable. Unlike oral sores that develop as a result...
Of all medical offices, it is the dentist’s office that the majority of people dread going to. In fact, an astounding one in five Americans is afraid of going to the dentist, even if it’s just a regular dental check-up. This fear, while common, can be...
Certain bad habits are avoidable when it comes to taking care of your teeth. Chewing on your nails, grinding your teeth and using your teeth to open packages are all things that you might know are bad for your teeth (even though you may slip up every once in a while)!...
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