It’s time to celebrate the month of love! This includes loving yourself so why not show some extra care to your smile? Did you know keeping your smile healthy also helps your heart health? We’ve come up with some simple habits you can introduce to yourself for two weeks to keep both your smile and…
Read MoreHave you wondered about the purpose of saliva? It may get a bad rep, but your spit is an important part of your overall oral health. It consists of enzymes, proteins, and minerals that are crucial for a healthy mouth! Your body also uses saliva to communicate a variety of responses. Your Mouth’s Protector Saliva…
Read MoreYour child’s oral health may not be your main priority as you prepare them to go back to school. We’re here to remind you their oral health is important since it not only affects their overall well-being but their confidence as well. We know you’re busy so we created an easy checklist for you to…
Read MoreIn a study published in the online Journal of Clinical Periodontology, researchers found that COVID patients with gum disease were more likely to suffer serious medical complications, including being: 3.5 times more likely to be admitted to intensive care 4.5 times more likely to need a ventilator Nearly nine times more likely to die compared…
Read MoreIs smoking marijuana ruining your smile? Now that marijuana is legal in many states for recreational or medicinal purposes (or both) we will soon be able to conduct more comprehensive studies on the true oral health effects of cannabis use. What we understand so far about the oral health effects of smoking cannabis is based…
Read MoreResearch is discovering that not only is vaping bad for your respiratory health but it also has negative effects on your oral health and it speeds up tooth decay. Although vaping (e-cigarettes in particular) was once considered a safer alternative to traditional tobacco use and helpful for quitting tobacco, there has been a surge of…
Read MorePhoto by Court Prather on Unsplash The American Cancer Society estimates 53,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers per year and that an estimated 10,860 will die of these cancers. While we love to write about the newest oral health technologies on the market or successful ways…
Read MorePhoto by Patrick Fore on Unsplash In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, many of us will raise a glass to Ireland’s patron saint with a chilled mug (or two) or beer. Before holding up a glass, there are a few things you should know about this fermented favorite when it comes to your oral health.…
Read MorePhoto by Spencer Backman on Unsplash Chilly temperatures can make your teeth chatter, for sure, but have they ever caused your teeth to feel a little tingly and sensitive? For those with sensitive teeth, winter’s cold weather and winds can leave teeth feeling sore. Taking a short breath of air can even produce a painful…
Read MorePhoto by Simon Shim on Unsplash On today’s blog, we’re settling the great debate between electric versus manual toothbrushes. Okay, that last sentence was a bit of an exaggeration. But there are lots of differences you between the two that have significance when it comes to your oral health. We’re sharing the pros and cons…
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