No doubt your dentist or dental hygienist has already mentioned plaque and the importance of preventing it with oral hygiene and dental check-ups. But even with
Even though we’ve been brushing and flossing our teeth for years and years, many of us are surprised to learn that we’re not doing
Of the thousands of bacteria living in your mouth at any given time, some are helpful, and others can be harmful. One type of bacteria
Sometimes when a filling is not enough or a tooth is misshapen, your oral care provider will recommend a dental crown to protect, cover, and
You know oral care is vital for your smile and overall health, but how will you know you’re taking care of your oral hygiene? Answer
People who develop gingivitis or other types of gum disease must not have the best oral care habits, right? Not so fast. While poor oral
For many parents, the simple act of brushing a child’s teeth can feel like a daily struggle. The toddler years, in particular, are a time
It’s relatively common for you to have some pain or sensitivity in the treated tooth after a filling. After all, a dentist was just poking
If you’ve recently had the unfortunate experience of chipping your tooth or have had to get a large cavity fixed, you’re all too familiar with
Have a craving for spice you just can’t shake? Even though your mouth might feel like it’s on fire, don’t worry! That spicy food isn’t
Long gone are the days of replacing teeth with pieces of animal teeth or wood. Today, false teeth or dentures are made from long-lasting materials
Cracked tooth syndrome occurs when a tooth has a crack that’s too small to show up on X-rays, or is under the gum and challenging
