Although the exact number of people who suffer from dental anxiety is not known, dental anxiety is actually quite common. It is estimated that 75% of people experience some form of dental anxiety, and that about 20% of people with dental anxiety avoid visiting the...
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...
During the normal healing process after having a tooth extracted, the empty socket in the gums should develop a blood clot. This blood clot helps the hole in your gums heal properly while also protecting the jawbone and nerves that would otherwise be exposed. When a...
Although both cold sores and canker sores affect the mouth and can be quite painful, their similarities pretty much stop there. Cold sores and canker sores are quite different oral health problems with different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Continue reading to...
Whether you’re pressed for time in a busy schedule or experiencing anxiety about visiting the dentist, you don’t want the stress of daily life and dental exams to get in the way of making sure you get the most you can out of your time at the dentist....
Toothaches are painful, and when one strikes in the middle of the night, the discomfort can keep you from getting the rest you need. With a visit to the dentist unavailable until the next day, you’ll want to find relief fast with items you likely already have at...
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