Sex and gender-related health disparities in oral health remain an underappreciated and often overlooked aspect of well-being. Statistics related to differences in oral health between men and women identified that men are more likely to ignore their oral health, have...
Benefits of Flossing; Regular use of dental floss removes plaque, helping to prevent the buildup of plaque, which can lead to tartar. Simply flossing your teeth can make them look brighter by removing plaque and excess food particles that you may not see in the...
When it comes to taking care of your smile, there are plenty of misconceptions out there. But while good oral health can be achieved in just minutes a day, the wrong practices can cause irreversible damage. Are you a skeptic, or maybe you have one in your family? Here...
What is Bruxism? During regular dental exams, your dentist likely will check for signs of bruxism. Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding and or clenching of the teeth. Bruxism can wear down tooth enamel, which makes teeth sensitive to food, drink, and teeth...
Having the right tool for a job can make all the difference and there are a whole bunch host of toothbrush options. There are manual, electric, ultrasonic toothbrushes and each make different claims. With so many shapes, sizes and styles of toothbrushes on the market,...
Oral cancer tends to be overlooked but it affects many people’s lives across the nation. Spreading word about this disease has become increasingly important, so much so that the Oral Cancer Foundation took the initiative to make April Oral Cancer Awareness Month. This...
