It’s still a few hours until dinner and your stomach is growling. You’re thinking of reaching for a snack, but then you remember you just brushed your teeth after lunch. Have you ever wondered how snacking affects oral health? Is it bad for your teeth? It can be, but...
Oral Hygiene is important, and one foundational aspect of oral hygiene is brushing your teeth! Making oral hygiene more effective begins with better toothbrushing! Here are 5 ways that you can improve your tooth brushing skills. Pick The Right Tools Choosing a...
What’s a Gum Lift? What is the most prominent feature of movie stars like Julia Roberts and Angelina Jolie? Well, it’s their expansive, bright smile! But not everyone is blessed with a perfect set of pearly whites embedded in naturally beautiful gums. Calling gums...
While candy is undoubtedly considered bad for your dental health, one type of “candy” can actually improve your oral hygiene. It’s sugar-free chewing gum! Does chewing gum really help to clean your mouth? While most gum is considered bad for teeth because of its sugar...
April is Oral Cancer Awareness month. In recognition of the event, we want to share some helpful tips about how you can reduce your risk of developing a potentially devastating and deadly cancer. Quit Tobacco Smoking and chewing tobacco increase your risk of oral...
Nutrition plays a significant role in oral health. By eating right, you are taking care of your teeth, gums, and mouth as a whole. Plus, by eating at the proper times, you can have a positive impact on your oral health too. In recognition of National Nutrition Month,...
Valentine’s Day often creates opportunities for closeness. Whether it is heading out on a date or spending time at home with your spouse, the holiday is all about celebrating couples. If you have bad breath or halitosis, those intimate moments may not be as enjoyable....
The new year signals a time for new goals, resolutions, and habits. Many people focus on health this time of year, aiming to exercise more, consume fewer calories, or even add more fruits and vegetables to their plates. But, if you aren’t resolving to focus on oral...
October is Dental Hygiene Month, a special time where we stop to recognize all of the work that dental hygienists do to support the oral health of patients and to raise awareness regarding the importance of oral hygiene. Each year, education and awareness focuses on a...
To say there are a lot of toothbrushes on the market today is an understatement. When people go to buy toothbrushes, they often encounter rows upon rows of options. And figuring out which is right for you can be a challenge. Getting a high-quality toothbrush is...