For many kids and teenagers, “you need braces” are the worst three words they can possibly hear. Aside from the discomfort and difficulty of keeping them clean, there is the … read more
Does Frequent Marijuana Smoking Lead to Gum Disease?
Do you enjoy a little weed before you attend a concert, in the evening while watching TV or as a little something to relax before going to sleep? Do you … read more
The Importance of Healthy Gums
If you spend a lot of time brushing and polishing your teeth, you may think that you’re a dental hygiene superstar. But the real question is: What is the state … read more
The Dangers of Dental Jewelry
If you’re raising a teenager or if you’re around teenagers, you’ll likely see a lot of body embellishments, including pierced ears, lips, tongues, eyebrows and navels. People of all ages … read more
The Most Important Vitamins and Minerals for Your Teeth
It is fairly well known that vitamin c is good for the immune system, calcium is good for your bones and vitamin A in carrots is good for your eyes. … read more
Foods That You Probably Didn’t Know Could Damage Your Teeth
We all know that sugary soda, candy and especially chewy sweets like taffy are bad for your teeth. But did you know that your daily fruit smoothie, which is so … read more
Can Certain Foods Prevent Bleeding Gums?
If you have a problem with bleeding gums, did you know that there are foods that may prevent your gums from bleeding or even heal them? This may sound too … read more
Is Sparkling Water Bad for Your Teeth?
This may surprise you, but sparkling water, seemingly a smart health-conscious beverage choice, is more acidic than fruit juice, wine and vinegar. The bubbles in sparkling water, with the same … read more
Poor Dental Hygiene and Liver Disease
Good dental habits have been shown to improve overall health. For liver disease patients, taking care of one’s teeth and gums may be a critical factor in managing this potentially … read more
Nicotine Gum May Take a Toll on Dental Health
With all the negative health effects of smoking, it’s very important that smokers use whatever means are necessary to kick the habit. This may include nicotine patches or nicotine gum. … read more
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