Pricier Soda for Healthier Teeth

It’s no secret anymore that sugary drinks present a serious risk to oral health. There is a well-documented link between consumption of sugary beverages and tooth decay. Sugar combines with bacteria in the mouth to form acid, which attacks tooth enamel, thus weakening the teeth. With today’s meteoric rise in the consumption of sugar-laden beverages, […]

You NEED to Know What is Lurking on Your Toothbrush

If you share a bathroom, then there may be something contaminating your toothbrush. According to a study done by researchers at Quinnipiac University, sharing a bathroom with a roommate or partner may mean that your toothbrush contains that person’s fecal matter. 60% of the toothbrushes that were collected in the study tested positive for fecal […]

Don’t chew on this: The hazards of ice are crystal clear

Ever have a bad habit that you just can’t break? Chewing on ice may be a habit that can break your teeth. Before you start crunching on the last bits of cubes left in your glass, or reaching for ice chips to busy your mouth, there are a few things you should know: 1. Teeth […]

Chewing Gum Could Be Beneficial To Teeth

Researchers at Holland’s University of Groningen have data that suggests chewing gum may have dental health benefits. The team observed that after chewing gum for 10 minutes, up to 100 million bacteria were removed from the mouth. That’s 1/10 of the bacteria that lives in our mouths! They used an electron microscope to test their […]

Solutions for Teeth Sensitivity

Ouch (we say as we grab our mouth)! Whether it’s a chilling bite of ice cream hitting our enamel, or a piece of candy affecting some previous bacterial buildup, tooth sensitivity is caused by many different factors. Here are some ways to help aid in lessening the symptoms of tooth sensitivity. What exactly is tooth […]

Social Anxiety and Teeth Grinding

Thousands of people suffer from anxiety; in fact, it is fairly common for people to suffer from an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders usually affect the lives of sufferers in many ways and can be very difficult to manage. But, something that anxiety sufferers may not have realized is that their anxiety could be affecting their […]

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Fall Asleep Without Brushing

Have you ever gone to sleep without brushing your teeth? You may think “Oh it’s just this one time,” but after reading this you will never have that “one time” again! We all know that we are supposed to brush and floss our teeth at least twice a day, but what exactly happens when two […]

How to Handle a Dental Emergency

Whether it was a car accident, a fall, or some other traumatic mishap that led to you harming your teeth, here is a guide on what to do if you chip, crack, break, dislodge, or lose a tooth. Oftentimes, traumatic accidents can damage your teeth. When that occurs, a dentist can help fix the problem, […]

Gingivitis is Easy to Prevent

When we think about oral health, one of the major parts of our mouth that can cause problems is the gum. If gums become red and often bleed, it may be an indication of gum disease. There are two different types of gum disease. One is called gingivitis and the other, periodontitis. Periodontitis is the […]

Tips To Keep Your Enamel Strong

Enamel is one of the strongest substances in your body. It serves as a protective barrier around teeth and is subject to decay when teeth are not well maintained. While many foods can harm enamel, here are a few things that you can do to keep enamel strong and free of decay. 1. Avoid sugary […]