Trick or Treat? How the Most Popular Halloween Candies Can Harm Your Teeth Like many American holidays, Halloween involves plenty of sweets that contain added sugars. Even many “fun size” candies contain half the recommended amount of sugar per day. Below are the top six most popular Halloween candies that are given out at Halloween, […]
Read MoreBrittany Spears (left) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, former television music competition judge on American Idol, and author. Kim Kardashian (right) is an American television personality, fashion designer, model, and actress. She is well known for staring in the television series Keeping Up With the Kardashians. Kanye West (left) is an American hip-hop musician, songwriter, record […]
Read MoreIf your teeth are suddenly sensitive to cold, you may be wondering if there is a serious problem developing. Tooth sensitivity can be temporary, and it can also be a result of the natural aging process. Usually, if your teeth show no signs of decay, you’ve been practicing good oral hygiene, and you visit your […]
Read MoreBrushing and flossing your teeth are crucial to protecting the enamel and maintaining a bright, white smile. Additionally, the food we eat plays an important role in oral health. The standard rule has always been, if a food can stain a white shirt, chances are it can do the same to your teeth. There are […]
Read MoreLess Than Pearly White? Camouflage! Having white teeth has become an important aspect of looking our best. Even though various methods of whitening, such as hydrogen peroxide gels, bleaching kits, and professional laser treatments, can dramatically whiten teeth, not everyone is best suited for them. Many people either cannot afford whitening treatments or products, have […]
Read MoreWhat is Fluoride and Why Do We Need it? Fluoride is an abundant mineral that is found naturally in various places all over the world. Not only does it exist in the water that runs out of your faucet, but it is also present in foods such as spinach, grapes, and potatoes. At some point […]
Read MoreWhat is the Purpose of Each Type of Tooth? There are many components that make up the mouth, such as the gums, tongue, and salivary glands. However, it is the teeth that seem to get the most attention when people want to achieve or maintain a healthy mouth. Even though all 32 teeth are made […]
Read MoreDon’t Get Caught with Bad Breath! Face it: having bad breath stinks, both literally and figuratively. Someone with offensive-smelling breath (halitosis) may feel uncomfortable when talking to others, but what’s worse is when they don’t realize there is a displeasing smell coming from their mouth. This often occurs because the nose adjusts to filter out […]
Read MoreStudy Shows Fluoride in Drinking Water Helps Prevent Tooth Decay Recently, researchers at the University of North Carolina and the University of Adelaide, Australia found strong evidence suggesting that many more people than previously thought can benefit from fluoridated water. Published in March, the study is the first population-level study of its kind. It indicates […]
Read MoreDuring the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, which aired back in February, there was quite a buzz surrounding what country music artist Faith Hill was wearing. However, it wasn’t her dress or shoes that were getting all the attention, but rather her braces. When previously asked by a radio station why she was wearing the orthodontic […]
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