Why We’re Thankful for the Dentist
IT’S THAT TIME of the year when we take stock of what we’re thankful for. Even in a…
How to Prepare for an Ortho Emergency
WHAT IS YOUR orthodontic emergency plan? It’s not as exciting as a zombie plan, granted, but everyone with…
What Causes Bleeding Gums
THERE ARE SEVERAL reasons gum tissue might end up bleeding, and not just…
Diabetes and Dental Health
ORAL HEALTH AND DIABETES are closely intertwined. It becomes much harder to maintain…
Strange and Fascinating Animal Teeth
WE’RE THE EXPERTS on human teeth, but there are lots of interesting teeth out there. You probably…
Sugar Versus Our Teeth
SUGAR IS THE GREATEST nemesis of the dental profession and anyone who wants to maintain…
Minimizing the Risks of Gum Recession
PEOPLE USED TO THINK that gum recession was an inevitability of getting older, but that’s…
Be Careful of Oral Health Fads
GENERALLY SPEAKING, INFLUENCERS are not a great source of health advice. One person’s…
Choosing the Best Toothbrush
CENTURIES AGO, PEOPLE didn’t have many options for how to keep their teeth clean. Some cultures…
Daily Dental Hygiene for Braces
WE SHOULD ALL BE happy to spend at least four minutes a day brushing our teeth morning and…