If you’ve never heard of oil pulling before, you may think it has something to do with extracting crude from the ground. In fact, it has nothing to do with … read more

You may be an excellent brusher and expert flosser, but how do you know if you’ve removed all the plaque from your teeth? The answer is: you don’t. Dental plaque … read more

Although today’s modern toothbrush wasn’t invented until 1938, there is evidence of earlier forms of toothbrushes that date back as far as 3000 BC! The Library of Congress states in … read more

We typically think of cats as being completely self-sufficient and, like today’s ovens, self-cleaning. But have you ever seen a kitty using a toothbrush or dental floss? Cats, just like … read more

While we care for our teeth every day and know it’s important to brush, floss and use mouthwash for a healthy mouth, few of us know the underlying science of … read more

On any given day, you might be hosting approximately 20 billion bacteria inside your mouth. Yikes! But don’t worry. Many of those are good bacteria that keep you healthy, and … read more

Just as you keep your house clean to maintain your overall health, so too must you care for your gums. After all, your gums are where your teeth live! If … read more

To supplement your daily tooth brushing routine, dentists recommend flossing. Dental floss removes plaque and food particles that your brush misses between the teeth and gums. Plaque buildup can cause … read more

Normally when you think of oral hygiene, you think about taking care of your teeth and gums. However, as WebMD explains, your tongue is an extremely important part of your … read more