Humans may be the only species to book dentist appointments, but we’re not alone when it comes to having teeth! Almost all creatures have some form of teeth to help them chew and digest their meals. Here are 10 other…
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Don’t skip your dentist appointments, here’s why
Everyone is back from their vacations. Work is piling up and calendars are filling up. The “To-Do” list keeps getting longer. As each day gets busier, you may be tempted to skip your next dentist appointment. However, going to the…
Building back-to-school brushing habits
Summer break is over, and school is back in session. Now, it’s time for early mornings, bus rides, packed lunches and … a new dental hygiene routine?! That’s right. Now is the perfect time to start fresh with your child’s…
Caring for your teeth with braces
Braces are the perfect trap for sticky, brittle and crunchy food particles. This is why so many braces-wearers are told to avoid food like popcorn and caramel-filled candy bars. Other food can also get trapped between braces wires and cause…
Ways stress can affect your oral health
There are countless links between stress and health. High stress can have an effect on your overall physical health, and more specifically, your oral health. Some signs stress may be affecting your oral health include experiencing dry mouth, mouth sores,…
10 useful facts about your gums
Your gums are just as vital to your oral health as your teeth! That’s why it’s important to know their function and how to properly care for them. Here are 10 useful facts about your gums that will help you…
Is it time to replace your toothbrush?
You’re in the store, staring at a row of toothbrushes and wondering if you need to buy one or not. It seems like you just bought a toothbrush, but you also can’t remember how long you’ve used your current toothbrush…
Tips for teaching children to brush and floss their teeth
Parenting is difficult. There is so much to teach, and children aren’t always the best listeners. One important skill to teach is quality dental hygiene. There are countless links between dental health and overall health, so starting off your child…
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…