In our later years, we experience different oral health issues than we had when we were younger. Knowing how and why to take care of your teeth throughout your life, … read more
Why Are My Teeth Sensitive?
Question: Hot and cold foods often make my teeth hurt. Why are my teeth sensitive? Sensitive teeth are a common dental common for many adults. If you notice that hot … read more
How Do Whitening Toothpastes Work?
Any toothpaste you use will help to remove surface stains from tooth enamel with the use of mild abrasives. However, there are some toothpastes that are specially designed to whiten … read more
5 Ways To Get Kids Interested in Brushing
Getting kids to brush their teeth isn’t the easiest task in the world. Often times, they begrudgingly oblige in order to appease you, the parents, but this isn’t the best … read more
How Does Sugar Damage Teeth?
With Halloween approaching this week, many parents are wondering how much candy they should allow their children to have, and how sugar really affects teeth. Sugar is bad for the … read more
What Is Oral Cancer?
According to the Mayo Clinic: “Mouth cancer occurs when cells on your lips or in your mouth develop changes (mutations) in their DNA. These mutations allow cancer cells to grow … read more
How Much Toothpaste Should A Toddler Use?
Question: My toddler is ready to start brushing his teeth on his own. How much toothpaste should he use? According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children under two should … read more
Why Does My Tongue Turn White?
Question: Sometimes my tongue turns white. Should I be worried? According to the Mayo Clinic, “white tongue is the result of inflammation of the finger-like projections (papillae) on the surface … read more
Does Mouthwash Really Help?
Question: I’ve been using mouthwash for a few years, and I like the way it makes my mouth feel, but is it really helping? Opinions about this matter greatly differ … read more
Effects of Coffee on Teeth
Coffee is the only thing that can get some people going in the morning, but do you really know what the drink is doing to your teeth? Let’s start with … read more
