Sourest Day is coming up on October 25, and for all you sour candy fans, this is a day to celebrate! From lemons to sour gummies, we love those puckering flavors. But as a dentist, I want to take this…
Dental floss is an important tool for maintaining good oral hygiene, but choosing the right type for you can be overwhelming. There are so many different types of floss out there, all with different materials, flavors, and shapes. How do you know which one is the best fit for you?
Have you ever had jaw discomfort, earaches, or headaches when you woke up in the morning? Or, have you ever found yourself clench or grind your teeth while sleeping? If you answered yes, you might have Bruxism, a common dental…
Bruxism. I know we’ve all been there. You’re in bed, and you can’t seem to stop grinding your teeth. It’s a cycle of discomfort that starts with tension. Pain as the muscles in your jaw tense up and finally relief…
“Why is my tooth discolored?” Many people ask this question. Tooth discoloration is a common problem that many people struggle with. But what causes it, and how to avoid the problem? In this article, there are 10 different possible explanations…
Bad breath (halitosis) can be an unpleasant and embarrassing condition. Many of us may not realize that we have bad breath, but everyone has it from time to time, especially in the morning.
There are various reasons one may have bad breath, but in healthy people, the major reason is due to microbial deposits on the tongue, especially the back of the tongue. Some studies have shown that simply brushing the tongue reduced bad breath by as much as 70 percent.
Have you ever heard of “Gingivitis”? “Gingiva” means gums, and suffix “~itis” means inflammation in medical terms. Therefore, “Gingivitis” simply implies that gums are inflamed. What is Gingivitis? Gingivitis, inflamed gum, is a prevalent and mild form of gum disease…
Have you ever woken up with a mouth full of gum discomfort? Some people wake up with a sore or painful gum and can’t figure out why. Gum discomfort is frequently signs of Gingivitis, resulting in bleeding and swelling of…
Celebrate National Coloring Day with us on September 14! We will introduce you to a whole bunch of fun dental coloring pages that your kids will love. Dental Coloring Pages for Oral Health These represent the teeth, oral care, and…
Peanuts are a popular snack at baseball games or any other time. As a matter of fact, peanuts have their own holiday: National Peanut Day on September 13, making it all the more tasty and tempting. Peanuts provide vitamins, minerals,…