Did you know that athletes who don’t use a mouth guard are nearly 60 times more likely to suffer an injury to their mouth? And did you know that the mouth guard you choose can have a huge impact on how well your son’s or daughter’s teeth are protected from a blow to the face? [...]
You might think of a root canal as being especially painful, but the truth is that most people who have one reported much less pain than they expected. In fact, many compare it to getting a crown or filling. Most importantly, the benefits to your oral health from a root canal can be huge. So [...]
We often don’t think about our teeth unless they are bugging us, but they are extremely important to our overall health and well being. After all, they help us eat, chew, talk and smile. And they are an incredibly complex and often misunderstood part of our anatomy. Here’s 10 interesting facts about your teeth that [...]
Does your mouth feel constantly dry? If it does, then you may have xerostomia – also known as dry mouth. What is dry mouth? Simply, a lack of saliva. You need saliva to keep your mouth moist, to cleanse it, and to digest food. In addition, your saliva controls bacteria and fungi which prevents infections [...]
If you walk by the oral health care aisle in any major store, you’ll see rows of toothpaste and toothbrushes – plus an overwhelming array of mouthwashes. You have most likely heard about the important of using that toothpaste and toothbrushto brush daily, but do those bottles of mouthwash really have a positive impact on [...]
If your gums bleed regularly when you brush your teeth, you may be suffering from the early stages of periodontal disease. The earliest stages of this disease of the gums causes inflammation of your gum tissue, followed by bleeding from your gums when you brush. If you don’t take care of periodontal disease, it can [...]
If you want to keep your teeth bright and white, but don’t wantto cut out the foods and beverages that are most likely to stain your teeth, wehave three simple tips you can follow. So what foods and beverages are most likely to stain your teeth? The ones that are most intensely colored are the [...]
When you brush you teeth in the morning, you’re probably not aware of what may be lurking on the bristles of your toothbrush. It may be contaminated with bacteria or viruses if you’ve been sick. Even if you haven’t been sick, normal healthy microorganisms can cause infections in your mouth if there is an injury [...]
What foods or drinks cause cavities? The answer from most people is simple – sugar. But while sugar is a major cause of cavities, all carbohydrates can be a cause of cavities. That’s because carbohydrates contain sugars and starches, and when these stick to your teeth, they lead to tooth decay. And a cavity is [...]
If you travel very often, you probably know how difficult it can be to maintain your oral health routine. But missing a week or two of your regular routine can be tough on your teeth and gums. Eventually, those missed days of brushing, flossing and making good oral health decisions can lead to cavities! So [...]
