There are some things that you just shouldn’t put in your mouth, and metal is near the top of the list. Aside from having no nutritional value, metal is hard enough to damage your tooth enamel, and if you bite down hard enough you can chip or break your teeth entirely. But if all that is true, then why do dentists and dental hygienists get to scrape away at your teeth with metal probes and picks? Read more
Teeth whiteners can be an effective and inexpensive way to remove stains and yellowness while brightening your smile, but the hydrogen peroxide and other chemicals used for this treatment can lead to sensitive teeth, plus the treatments will eventually wear off. However, there are alternatives to whiteners that can avoid these side effects and last longer at the same time. Read more
Dealing with diabetes can create a host of health difficulties, including problems inside your mouth. Diabetes hurts your ability to fight bacteria, thus promoting the rapid growth of bacteria in your mouth. Read more
The walk down your local dental aisle can be overwhelming and confusing. Not only are there hundreds of toothbrushes to choose from, but there are dozens of toothpastes to select. Where do you begin? Read more
We’ve discussed what causes your bleeding gums, but it’s also important to know what happens if you neglect them. It may be easy to rinse your mouth out and go on with your day, but there are serious health complications that can arise if you do not tend to your bleeding gums. Read more
The thought of having a tooth pulled can be a lot to handle. What do you need to know about the procedure? Read more
You may have recently looked in the mirror and discovered your tongue is discolored. Your tongue, which allows you to taste food, swallow, and talk, should be pink, covered with small nodules called papillae. Read more
If you walk down the aisle of your local Californian convenience store, you will see dozens and dozens of toothbrush options. There are multiple options for manual toothbrushes, such as soft, medium, and hard bristles. But, there’s an additional option that makes your decision even more difficult. Electric toothbrushes have continued to grow in popularity. Each have pros and cons. Which toothbrush is right for you – electric or manual? Read more
Everyone wants a white, bright smile. Although there are ways to go about achieving this, such as having your dentist perform a whitening procedure, you should also consider the causes of why your teeth discolored in the first place. There are certain foods and beverages that will stain your teeth. Read more
You probably first noticed when you spit out some toothpaste. The toothpaste came out noticeably red, at which point you checked your mouth for the source. It was there you saw it – bleeding gums. Bleeding gums are something that you should take seriously. You must first start by identifying just why your gums are bleeding. Below are some possible causes. Read more