Your gums are just as vital to your oral health as your teeth! That’s why it’s important to know their function and how to properly care for them. Here are 10 useful facts about your gums that will help you…
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3 most common dental problems
Everyone experiences tooth and mouth pain at some point in their life. One of the worst parts of this is not knowing the issue or cause. The only way to know for sure is to visit your dentist. However, if…
How your favorite beverages impact your teeth
A lot of us rely on our morning coffee or soda to get us through the workday. However, the sugar, chemicals and colors in your favorite drinks can cause long-term damage to your teeth! Cavities, discoloration and weakened tooth enamel…
Tips for teaching children to brush and floss their teeth
Parenting is difficult. There is so much to teach, and children aren’t always the best listeners. One important skill to teach is quality dental hygiene. There are countless links between dental health and overall health, so starting off your child…
What’s causing your toothache?
Toothaches include any pain or irritation associated with your teeth. It might be your tooth, the roots or the gums surrounding your tooth that are causing the irritation. To evaluate the true cause of a toothache, it is best to…
What to do with a chipped or lose tooth
Nobody likes waking up from a vivid nightmare, especially if the nightmare involves suddenly losing all your teeth. According to the Sleep Foundation, about 39% of the population has experienced dreams of their teeth falling out, rotting or breaking. These…
Tips for sensitive teeth
Do you find yourself wincing after brushing your teeth? Does eating cold ice cream or drinking hot coffee sting? If so, you might have sensitive teeth! Sensitive teeth are usually the result of worn tooth enamel or receding gums. With…
Worst foods for your teeth
Did you know that what you eat impacts your teeth just as much as brushing, flossing and dental hygiene practices do? That doesn’t mean you should brush your teeth every time you eat. Actually—doing that will hurt your teeth more…
Cures and causes of bad breath
We all dread the embarrassment of bad breath and do everything in our power to prevent it. We buy gum, breath mints and heavy-duty mouth washes to hide it. And if none of those products are handy, we drink water…
Meals for strong teeth
A good meal can be one of the greatest joys in life. Unfortunately, the food we love the most isn’t always best for our teeth. Continuous consumption of sugary, processed foods can lead to cavities, gum disease and worse. Here…