If you’ve been bleeding while brushing occasionally, you could be seeing a symptom of gum disease. Although it doesn’t happen overnight, gum disease begins...
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is a condition in which the top and bottom rows of teeth rub against each other. Although some people...
We all know (or should know) the minimal rules of a well-maintained oral health: brush correctly, floss, visit your dentist twice a year. However,...
You’ve done the work—you’ve gotten your child to brush his or her teeth. You got them to wear the mouthguard during soccer and get...
Getting your kids to adopt healthy dental habits is crucial to having a strong smile for life! The habits you teach your kids now...
It’s common knowledge that our genes affect just about everything about our bodies. The way we look, our risk factors for certain diseases, and...
There are many things that can cause dry mouth. From medications to mouth breathing to dehydration, people often don’t stop and consider the harmful...
Before sugarless gum came along, gum was placed in a category like many other sweets—one that was considered bad for your teeth! These days,...
Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a major role in many of your everyday functions. This joint is one of the most complex and yet...
Some people think that bleeding during brushing and flossing is no big deal. The opposite is true! Depending on your oral health habits, bleeding...
