Cavities are more common than you think. According to the CDC, about 1 in 4 adults between the ages of 20 and 64 years old currently have at least one cavity. With statistics like these, you may be wondering if…
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Oral hygiene resolutions for the New Year
It’s about time for a new calendar, which means it’s also a great time to evaluate our habits, make steps towards our goals and implement changes. While you’re making your list of 2023 New Year’s resolutions, don’t forget about your…
What your tongue says about your health
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…
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…
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…
3 most common dental problems
Everyone experiences tooth and mouth pain at some point in their life. One of the worst parts of this is not knowing the issue or cause. The only way to know for sure is to visit your dentist. However, if…
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…
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…
Tips for sensitive teeth
Do you find yourself wincing after brushing your teeth? Does eating cold ice cream or drinking hot coffee sting? If so, you might have sensitive teeth! Sensitive teeth are usually the result of worn tooth enamel or receding gums. With…
New year, new dental habits
The new year is a time to start fresh, set goals and ditch bad habits. For many, this includes setting new year’s resolutions, and one of the most popular new year’s resolutions is to live healthier. Living healthier usually means…