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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…
Dry mouth is one of the most common oral health problems. It is caused by a lack of salvia or by not having sufficient salvia in the mouth. Salvia is incredibly important to overall oral health as it prevents bacteria…
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…
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…
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…
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…
We all dread the embarrassment of bad breath and do everything in our power to prevent it. We buy gum, breath mints and heavy-duty mouth washes to hide it. And if none of those products are handy, we drink water…
A vital part of your dentist appointment, X-rays are great at offering a look at issues that simple oral examinations might miss – especially problems with developing teeth or small areas of decay and bone loss. Here is a look…
Did you know that gum health is just as important as tooth health? It’s true! As the supporting structure for your teeth, gums have the important jobs of keeping your teeth in place and protecting them from harmful bacteria. Neglecting…
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…