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There are countless links between stress and health. High stress can have an effect on your overall physical health, and more specifically, your oral health. Some signs stress may be affecting your oral health include experiencing dry mouth, mouth sores,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Everyone has bad habits. From spending too much money on coffee to spending too much time on social media, certain habits are hard to quit. This goes for dental hygiene too. Some of your daily routines and habits could negatively…
Every year, about 54,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed in the United States. Of these cases, the survival rate from diagnosis is about 5 years for 57% of individuals. This is why education is so important when it…
Spring is just around the corner, and so is allergy season. All that sneezing and coughing and congestion isn’t just annoying, it can harm your oral health! Here are some tips to keep your mouth happy and healthy during allergy…
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…
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…