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Pass the pecan pie, it’s almost Thanksgiving! While you’re preparing for your family’s feast, it can be easy to stick to the classic Thanksgiving dishes: cranberry sauce, stuffing and pie. However, most of those dishes—especially the chewy and sticky pecan…
Your smile is more than a set of teeth. Your smile has a story to tell, and it’s an interesting one. Here are a couple fun teeth facts to impress your dentist with! Teeth are the only part of the…
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…
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…
A lot of us rely on our morning coffee or soda to get us through the workday. However, the sugar, chemicals and colors in your favorite drinks can cause long-term damage to your teeth! Cavities, discoloration and weakened tooth enamel…
Did you know that what you eat impacts your teeth just as much as brushing, flossing and dental hygiene practices do? That doesn’t mean you should brush your teeth every time you eat. Actually—doing that will hurt your teeth more…
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.…
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…