HARMFUL ORAL BACTERIA reproduces very quickly, which is why it matters so much that we brush twice a day and floss daily. A clean, healthy mouth will contain between a thousand to a hundred thousand bacteria on the s
MEN AND WOMEN don't always face the same dental health challenges, nor do they have the same dental health advantages. The bad news for women is that hormone changes during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause can all c
CHILDREN DON'T HAVE to deal with a lot of the health problems that affect adults, but they aren't exempt from the risk of gum disease. The harmful bacteria that cause gingivitis don't care how old someone is. Gum Di
EVERY TUBE OF TOOTHPASTE with the ADA's Seal of Acceptance has the same two things in common: it is sugar-free and it contains fluoride. Fluoride is a key building block in our tooth enamel. The sugary or acidic things
ELDERLY PEOPLE ARE not the only people at risk of gum recession, even though that idea is where the expression "long in the tooth" originated. Some people are unlucky enough to be genetically prone to gum recession,
THERE ARE MANY things parents can do to put their kids' smiles on the right track for a lifetime of good oral health. Here are a few of them: #1: Find them a toothbrush they like using. A child's toothbrush should
IN THE PHARMACY section of every grocery store, one side of an entire aisle is often dedicated to dozens of toothpaste options. We want to help our patients find the right things to look for to help narrow that selec
IF A CHILD CONTINUES their finger or thumb-sucking habit past their toddler years, it can negatively affect the growth of their jaws and the position of their teeth. A Healthy Habit for a Baby or Toddler There'
OF COURSE WE SMILE when we feel happy, but there's evidence to show that the link between smiling and happiness might go both ways — the simple act of smiling can make us feel a little better! Even a fake smile relea
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