Sometimes cavities just seem to appear out of nowhere. You have an apparently perfect smile at one visit, only to have a large cavity at your next one. In actuality, the cavity probably was there at the first visit; it was just too small for both the x-rays and the dentist to spot during the…
When most people think about tooth loss, the first thing that comes to mind as having caused it is tooth decay. However, most tooth loss is actually caused by gum disease. With gum disease on the rise, it’s more important than ever that you put in the effort to keep your mouth healthy with daily…
It just hangs out in your mouth all day — alone, neglected, cut off from the rest of the world. Naturally, there’s a lot about tongues that most people don’t know. Here are just three cool facts about one of the most mysterious muscles in your body: (1) The blue whale has the largest tongue…
Mortality rates from oral cancer have remained virtually unchanged for the last 40 years, killing one American every hour. 30,000 Americans are diagnosed with the disease every year. Fortunately, if detected early on, it can be cured in 80-90% of cases; and now there’s a new screening system available to make early detection easier than…
Everyone likes to have something cool to drink during the day. This is actually something we need to do: we can’t live if we don’t stay hydrated. However, not all drinks are created equal, especially when it comes to causing tooth decay. Here are the three worst offenders that you should avoid if you want…
Most people think they know all they need to know about good oral hygiene. If you’d like to expand your knowledge so that you can make your smile the best in town, here’s some advice straight from the mouths of dentists. (1) You probably need to brush your teeth more. Most people only brush for…
You may be searching for ways to improve your looks. Many people consider teeth whitening as a quick way to brighten their smile. Here are some facts and figures about smiles and teeth whitening that may interest you, based on a study by Kelton, a market research consultancy: (1) Almost 1/3 of participants said that…
One of the greatest assets a person has is his or her smile. When you meet someone, it’s the first thing you look for — or at least the first thing you’d like to see. Oftentimes, a smile on your face is all you or someone else will need to brighten up the day! Smiling…
Here’s some good news for anyone who wants whiter teeth: In addition to getting a professional teeth whitening treatment, there are specific foods you can snack on that’ll simultaneously whiten your teeth naturally! So when you start looking for a brighter smile, head to your fridge and have a snack that’s good for your teeth…
Aspiring to have a beautiful smile may mean more than getting a routine check-up and brushing and flossing daily. According to recent studies, if you are consuming certain drinks and foods, you could be doing more harm to the integrity of your teeth than you know. Some of the top culprits might surprise you. Check…