What's a little gingivitis? It can't be that bad...
You probably know that probiotics are good for your gut health, but did you know that they're good for your dental health, too? Probiotics fight plaque buildup as well as inflammation. They help prevent bad breath, cavities, and even gum disease. But sometimes probiotics need...
Halloween can be a dangerous time for teeth. As we all know, sugar causes cavities, but that doesn't mean you have to deny your kids the pleasure of trick-or-treat. Follow these tips to keep your kids smiling and cavity-free. Five Tips for a Cavity-Free Halloween 1: Avoid...
There are many reasons for dental pain, and none of them should ever be ignored. Tooth pain is not normal. If your teeth hurt, it's for a reason. And if you ignore your pain, the problem is only going to get worse. We explain the...
Back-to-school is always a busy time, with shopping for new clothes, shoes, and school supplies, plus meetings with teachers and visits to the doctor for vaccinations. But if you forgot to schedule your kids' back-to-school dental checkups, it's not too late! Dental exams and cleanings are...
When it comes to kombucha and dental health, it's a bit of a toss-up. Kombucha has its pros and cons, so it's not easy to say whether it's good or bad for your teeth. The health benefits of kombucha might not outweigh its drawbacks...
Stress can have all sorts of negative effects on your dental health. You might become so stressed out that you neglect good habits like brushing your teeth twice a day. Another possibility is developing an unconscious, stress-related habit like biting your fingernails or grinding your...
Hearing your baby or small child grind their teeth can be quite unnerving. In most cases it's a temporary behavior, and they'll grow out of it soon. However, if your kid is habitually grinding their teeth, and their permanent teeth have already started coming in,...
Many people wonder whether brushing twice a day is really necessary. If they're too tired at night, and just want to go to sleep, will it really matter if they wait to brush their teeth until the morning? There's a very good reason why dentists always...
Yes—in large doses, fluoride is a neurotoxin. Although trace amounts are generally considered benign, many people have concerns about the safety of fluoride in toothpaste and drinking water. There are numerous studies on the benefits of fluoride for dental health, but very few have studied its...