We brush our teeth every day, but it’s easy to forget about the tongue. However, paying attention to your tongue can give vital clues concerning your oral and overall health. Next time you’re brushing your teeth, be sure to brush…
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How to choose the best toothbrush
You walk into the store, and you’re met with rows of colored toothbrushes in every shape and size. They advertise different benefits; they cost different prices, and you have no idea which one is right for you. Every 3 months,…
Flossing tips and tricks
Flossing is an important part of your daily dental hygiene routine, but it’s also one of the most forgotten steps. Dentists recommend flossing at least once a day to keep food particles and bacteria from causing cavities or infection. Not…
5 tooth-healthy after school snacks
School is back in session, which means after school snack time is also back. However, most store-bought snack options are full of sugar—the ingredient that causes cavities. So, before you grab the candy and chips, check out these tooth-friendly snack…
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…
Wisdom teeth 101
Every year, five million people have their wisdom teeth removed, according to Vox. It is a common surgery, especially among younger people. Most people will have issues with their wisdom teeth, and have them extracted between their late teenage years…
5 sweet treats that won’t hurt your teeth
Sugar is notoriously bad for your teeth, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s delicious! Once you have a sweet craving, it can be super hard to satisfy it. Cookies and brownies and candy bars may taste good, but…
How mouth breathing affects oral health
Breathing comes naturally. We do it without having to think about it, even when we’re asleep. However, just because you don’t have to think about breathing, doesn’t mean you’re breathing correctly. Bad habits like mouth breathing have been proven to…
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…