Interceptive Orthodontics: The Basics
WHEN WE PICTURE SOMEONE with braces, we usually picture a teenager with a mouthful of colorful brackets. What we don’t typically…
The Hidden Sugars In Our Food
WHEN WE THINK OF SUGARY FOOD, we usually picture things like candy, cake, pie, ice cream, and soda, but there is sugar hiding in…
What To Look For In A Toothbrush
ON THE SURFACE, a toothbrush seems like just another item on the grocery list, but choosing the best one for…
In Case Of Dental Emergency
WHEN WE THINK OF an emergency, we probably don’t imagine it could have something to do with our teeth. However, any…
The Dangers Of DIY Teeth Whitening
A GOOD-LOOKING SMILE with white, even teeth is a major confidence booster and really helps make a good first impression, whether we’re going…
Side-Effects: Medications And Oral Health
MEDICAL PROBLEMS ARE things none of us ask for but many of us have, and with medical problems come medications. Unfortunately, along with…
4 Animals With Unusual Teeth
ANIMALS MIGHT NOT BE as concerned with maintaining their oral health and hygiene as we are, but that doesn’t stop some of them from having…
Different Types Of Dentures
MANY OF US HAVE TO deal with tooth loss as we get older, whether because of an injury or tooth decay. What can we…
How A Nail Biting Habit Affects Teeth
NAIL BITING IS A HABIT shared by between a quarter and a third of children and nearly half of teenagers. Compulsive behaviors don’t…
Taking Care Of Your Toothbrush
WE ALL USE TOOTHBRUSHES to take care of our teeth, but what are we doing to take care of our toothbrushes? It’s critical that…