The Link Between Anxiety and Dry Mouth
2026-01-12
Dry mouth is a problem that affects many people and has a long list of sources. It might surprise you to know that anxiety and
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Circumvallate Papillae: Tastebuds, Function, and Complications
2026-01-12
It might impress you to know that your mouth has over 6,000 taste buds, according to the American Psychological Association. What are circumvallate papillae, and what
What Parents Should Know About Mouthwash For Children
2026-01-12
If you’ve walked down the oral care aisle at the store, odds are you’ve seen brightly-colored mouthwashes created specifically for children. But, as a parent,
Fillings in Baby Teeth: Are They Really Necessary?
2026-01-12
As a parent, it’s common to have a million (or more!) questions about your child’s health. Do baby teeth need fillings? What happens to untreated
Can Wisdom Teeth Grow Back After Extraction?
2026-01-12
If you’ve had your wisdom teeth pulled, do you wonder, “Can my wisdom teeth grow back?” The simple answer: No. The more complicated answer: No,
Diagnosing An Odontogenic Cyst And Getting Treatment
2026-01-12
When teeth are developing, sometimes benign lesions develop in the jaw’s cells and tissues called odontogenic cysts. While these growths are typically non-cancerous and treatable,
Glycerin in Dental Care
2026-01-12
If you’ve ever investigated the ingredients in your toothpaste, you might have seen glycerin on the list. Also known as glycerol, this natural ingredient is
Tonsils And Adenoids: What’s The Difference?
2026-01-12
How often do you think about tonsils and adenoids? Not very much, I’ll bet! For many people, the first time they learn anything about these
What Causes A Tingling Tongue?
2026-01-12
Nearly everyone has experienced that uncomfortable feeling of “pins and needles” at some point. Perhaps you were kneeling on the floor for longer than you’d
What Is Centric Relation in Dentistry?
2026-01-12
If you ever hear your dentist talking about centric relation, you might wonder what that term means. Centric relation (CR) has been a controversial and
When To Take Your Child To The Dentist For The First Time
2026-01-12
As a new parent, your baby isn’t the only one experiencing the world for the first time. You’re experiencing a lot of new things, too!
What Is Oligodontia?
2026-01-12
If you have missing teeth from a condition or trait you were born with, you may have what’s known as oligodontia. What exactly is oligodontia?
