Oral pH: The Chemistry of Healthy Mouths
MOST OF US learn a little about the pH scale in our science classes as teenagers, but what…
The Dangers of DIY Braces
DO-IT-YOURSELF PROJECTS can be wonderful ways to explore creativity, build something new, fix…
Let’s Raise Awareness of Oral Cancer
THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY estimates that over 53,000 people will…
Stress and Our Mouths
MENTAL WELL-BEING or lack thereof can often have an impact on physical health. Among those…
What Are All Those X-Rays For?
JUST ABOUT ANYONE who’s been to the dentist has had dental X-rays taken, but how much do…
Looking Forward to Retainers
THE BEST DAY FOR every orthodontic patient is braces off day, but that’s not where…
What Causes Canker Sores?
CANKER SORES CAN be a real pain in the mouth! They might not be very dangerous, but they can make it pretty hard to..
Oral Health and What We Drink
WHAT WE DRINK can have a big impact on our oral health, sometimes in ways that seem…
Pregnancy and Oral Health
ASIDE FROM THE OBVIOUS, there are all kinds of changes the body goes through during pregnancy. Some of
Why Our Spit Matters
WE DON’T USUALLY think very much about our spit, but it’s one of the biggest unsung heroes of our oral health. Just as…