Have you ever looked at your toothbrush under a microscope? I have, and it’s pretty freaky when you see all the little goobers that are clinging to the bristles. A toothbrush is a great place for thug bugs to hang out, just waiting for another chance to recolonize your mouth. To stop your toothbrushes from […]

When it comes to increasing oral health awareness in the family, it’s important to remember that brushing and flossing aren’t enough to attain or maintain good dental health. 98% of every man, woman, and child in the United States has some form of oral disease. And among those folks, 90% of adults and 65% of […]

Brushing your teeth every morning and night doesn’t guarantee you’re giving your mouth all the attention it needs. Having a thorough dental care routine that goes beyond just brushing your teeth, and ensuring you have the right tools in your bathroom cupboard, can take your oral health to another level and give you a good […]

When you think about maintaining a healthy mouth, brushing your teeth should be the top priority. Twice daily toothbrushing with fluoride toothpaste is the cornerstone to a healthy smile, but there is one simple addition that can truly transform how healthy your mouth is – and that is interdental cleaning. While toothbrushing is the most […]

It’s critically important to help heal the misunderstandings that our culture has around how to navigate the path to greater oral health.    Let’s study 5 aspects of how diet and nutrition can impact oral health.  5 dietary recommendations to positively impact oral health Have sufficient fat-soluble vitamins in our diet (vitamins A, D, E, […]

It comes as no surprise that sugar-related dental problems are still the most widespread cause of poor oral health and disease. The message is clear and simple though, reducing the amount of sugar that is in our diets will help to reduce the damage it can cause to our teeth, with the bonus of improving […]

Written by- Oral Health Foundation How eating disorders can affect your mouth: and how your dental team can help spot early signs Eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder all have negative effects on the mouth, their symptoms can range from slight to severe and dental professionals are often among the first […]

Written by- https://www.mouthhealthy.org/ Teeth grinding is called bruxism, and often it happens as you sleep. Teeth grinding can be caused not just by stress and anxiety but also by sleep disorders, an abnormal bite, or teeth that are missing or crooked. A study in the November 2016 issue of the Journal of the American Dental […]

Oral health is essential to your overall health. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, your dentist has been working to put your health and safety first by taking extra steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the dental office. 1.     COVID-19 Vaccines are Safe and Effective  As doctors of oral health, reliable scientific information […]

Written by-  George Bushell In an era where people say appearance is everything, having a good smile is key! Many of them know to brush twice a day and stay away from sugar but are you sure you’ve thought of everything? The Oral Health Foundation is providing the following information to those who’d like to […]