You’re brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing at least once a day and going to the dentist every 6 months. It may seem like you’re doing everything right to maintain good oral health, but you still might be forgetting…
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Dental habits you should quit immediately
Everyone has bad habits. From spending too much money on coffee to spending too much time on social media, certain habits are hard to quit. This goes for dental hygiene too. Some of your daily routines and habits could negatively…
What to do with a chipped or lose tooth
Nobody likes waking up from a vivid nightmare, especially if the nightmare involves suddenly losing all your teeth. According to the Sleep Foundation, about 39% of the population has experienced dreams of their teeth falling out, rotting or breaking. These…
Oral cancer signs and prevention
Every year, about 54,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed in the United States. Of these cases, the survival rate from diagnosis is about 5 years for 57% of individuals. This is why education is so important when it…
Caring for your oral health during allergy season
Spring is just around the corner, and so is allergy season. All that sneezing and coughing and congestion isn’t just annoying, it can harm your oral health! Here are some tips to keep your mouth happy and healthy during allergy…
The power of a smile
You may not realize it but your smile has a lot of power. From spreading joy to those around you to producing chemicals that help fight disease, finding a reason to smile daily is so important to your overall health.…
10 fun facts about teeth
When it comes to teeth, the dentist knows all. But with these 10 fun facts, you’re sure to impress the dentist with your knowledge! The tooth fairy accounts for inflation. In 1950, children found 25 cents on average beneath their pillows in…
How to heal a burned tongue
It’s hot drink season. That means lots of mugs full of hot, soothing teas, coffees, and of course, hot chocolate! The downside to all the delicious drinks? A burnt tongue. Here are some of our tips to soothe and heal a burnt tongue: Stay…