Stopping the Grind of Bruxism
WHEN LIFE GETS stressful or frustrating, a pretty common physical response is teeth-grinding. Unfortunately, it can…
The Basics of Enamel Hypoplasia
THE AMOUNT OF work it takes to keep a smile healthy and strong can vary from person to person. For some…
Chewing Ice Puts Teeth at Risk
YOU’VE PROBABLY HEARD before that it’s bad to chew ice, but do you know why…
Staying Active Is Good for My Teeth?
WE ALL KNOW how important regular dental visits and good daily brushing and flossing routines…
Diet and Oral Health
WHAT WE EAT and drink obviously plays a big role in our overall health, but in a way, it affects…
Oral pH: The Chemistry of Healthy Mouths
MOST OF US learn a little about the pH scale in our science classes as teenagers, but what…
Let’s Raise Awareness of Oral Cancer
THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY estimates that over 53,000 people will…
Stress and Our Mouths
MENTAL WELL-BEING or lack thereof can often have an impact on physical health. Among those…
What Are All Those X-Rays For?
JUST ABOUT ANYONE who’s been to the dentist has had dental X-rays taken, but how much do…
What Causes Canker Sores?
CANKER SORES CAN be a real pain in the mouth! They might not be very dangerous, but they can make it pretty hard to..