Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential for keeping your teeth healthy and strong. While visiting the dentist regularly is important, there are also several things you can do at home to take care of your teeth and prevent problems like tooth decay and gum disease. So, if you want to keep your teeth healthy and […]
Life Changes to Expect After Oral Cancer Diagnosis To determine if you have oral cancer, your doctor or dentist will usually perform a physical exam to inspect any areas of irritation such as sores or white patches. If they suspect something is abnormal, they may conduct a biopsy where they take a small sample of […]
Oral Diagnosis The first thing people notice about you is the smile, and also if you have something going on in your mouth. When you talk to people, your oral health becomes obvious. At least for simple symptoms such as yellowing of teeth and bad breath. Sometimes, it is we that realize it. […]
What Is Flossing About? According to Cambridge Dictionary, Flossing is the practice of cleaning between your teeth using dental floss. It is also stated that a regular flossing is essential for healthy gums. Flossing is an important oral hygiene habit. It is an habit that helps clean and dislodge food stuck between your teeth, […]
Because marijuana is being legalized in some states, its use has increased. While it has been shown to have some positive medical effects in the literature, we have noted significant negative effects on oral health in frequent users.Cannabis (which is also known as marijuana, weed, grass, pot, dope, or hash) is a cannabinoid drug. It […]
Drinking water is important for every aspect of our health. It’s significant to stay hydrated in more ways than one, but does drinking water help your teeth, too? The short answer: is yes! You should stay hydrated for the benefit of your teeth. Myth#: Water with fluoride does more harm than good for your teeth.That […]
Celiac disease is an immune-mediated disease of the small intestine caused by exposure to gluten and related prolamines in genetically susceptible individuals. It can develop at any age after solid foods are introduced into the diet. Celiac disease occurs more often in women than men, and more often in non-Hispanic whites than those of other […]
What is Dental Floss? Dental floss (or dental tape) and other interdental cleaners (e.g., small brushes, special wooden or plastic picks, sticks, or water flossers) remove food trapped between the teeth. And remove the film of bacteria that forms there before it has a chance to harden into plaque. Toothbrush bristles alone cannot clean effectively […]
Mouthwash, also called oral rinse, is a liquid product used to rinse your teeth, gums, and mouth. It usually contains an antiseptic to kill harmful bacteria that can live between your teeth and your tongue. Some people use mouthwash to fight against bad breath, while others use it to try to prevent tooth decay. Mouthwash […]
Chewing gum has been around for thousands of years. Both the ancient Mayans and Aztecs chewed a chicle substance to clean teeth, get rid of bad breath, fight hunger, and quench thirst. But can modern-day chewing gum be good for your health? Sugar-free gum can offer certain advantages for oral health and beyond. 1. Combating […]
