Bruxism, more commonly known as teeth grinding, is more than just an annoyance to your bedfellow. Grinding your teeth night after night can lead to worn teeth, damaged enamel, headaches, …
What to Do If You Chip a Tooth
Your teeth are tough, but they aren’t invincible. Do you know what to do if you chip a tooth? Whether you are using your teeth to open a package, cheerfully …
Causes of Oral Cancer
Oral cancer can affect any part of the mouth. It can begin as a sore on your lips, your tongue, your gums, the inside of your cheeks, or the roof …
How to Fix a Tooth Gap
A tooth gap (diastema) can develop for a variety of reasons, from undersized teeth to a mismatch between the size of the teeth and jawbone. Whatever the cause, keep in …
How to Floss with Braces
Braces can disrupt your smile, irritate your lips and tongue, and make it difficult to eat. But for all the headaches involved with braces, the payoff is definitely worth the …
What to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal
Many people have their wisdom teeth removed at one time or another. This news is often followed by some amount of anxiety. Will the surgery hurt? What will the recovery …
Dental Anxiety Tips
If you dread visiting the dentist, you aren’t alone. Many people find the thought of settling into a dentist’s chair deeply unsettling. However, foregoing dental care can have serious consequences …
Causes of Bad Breath
Bad breath, morning breath, dragon breath, or halitosis – however you refer to it, dealing with a bad smell coming from your mouth can be embarrassing. Whether or not you’ve …
How to Teach Good Oral Hygiene
Think back to when you were a kid. Did you like brushing and flossing, or did it seem like a chore? How you felt about taking care of your teeth …
When to Take a Baby to the Dentist
As a parent, you inevitably have a lot on your mind. Keeping a baby happy and healthy isn’t easy, and trying to tick all the boxes on the checklist of …