Nail Biting The habit: This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. “Placing your jaw for long periods of time in a protruding position can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction,” says Dr. Ruchi Sahota. The...
Read more5 Tips to Keep Teeth Healthy Over the Holidays
No matter how much you love your dentist, he or she probably doesn’t top the list of people you want to spend quality time with over the holidays. Follow these five tips to steer clear of emergency trips to the dentist’s office this season. 1...
Read moreTips for Brushing & Flossing
Even though we’ve been brushing and flossing our teeth for years and years, many of us are surprised to learn that we’re not doing it properly. Case in point: Did you know that proper brushing takes at least two minutes? Most adults do not come...
Read more5 Steps to a Flawless Floss
We know we should floss at least once a day, but not everyone knows the right way to do it. Use this step-by-step guide to find out how to properly floss your teeth: Break off about 18 inches of floss and wind most of it around one of your middle...
Read more10 Tips for Healthy Teeth for Life
You have so many good reasons to keep your family’s teeth and gums healthy. Their sparkling smiles. Being able to chew for good nutrition. Avoiding toothaches and discomfort. And new research suggests that gum disease can lead to other problems...
Read moreCaring for Your Teeth and Gums
With proper care, your teeth and gums can stay healthy throughout your life. The healthier your teeth and gums are, the less risk you have for tooth decay and gum disease. How Should I Care for My Teeth and Gums? There are five basic steps to...
Read moreTeaching Children Good Dental Habits
Starting Early Teaching children good dental habits Good dental habits can be fun if taught correctly. Using too much toothpaste and brushing too hard are common pitfalls among younger children. Parents should supervise and guide their children’s...
Read moreTo Mouthwash or Not to Mouthwash?
Mouthwash makers say the benefits of oral rinse go beyond just kissable breath — but some people worry that alcohol-containing rinses come with a number of health risks. Here’s what you should know. Ahhh — who doesn’t love that minty kick...
Read more10 Toothbrush Mistakes — and How to Fix Them
Admit it — brushing your teeth is so second nature you barely think about it. But doing it right is a key part of good oral health, and it can help you avoid cavities and gum disease. Brush up on your skills with these easy-to-follow tips...
Read moreFive Tips to Keep Teeth Healthy Over the Holidays
No matter how much you love your dentist, he or she probably doesn’t top the list of people you want to spend quality time with over the holidays. Follow these five tips to steer clear of emergency trips to the dentist’s office this season. 1...
Read moreHow Does Sugar Affect Your Teeth?
Easter is almost here, but have you thought about all the ramifications of those Peeps and jelly beans you’re craving? The Easter Bunny has a way of just dropping off those sugary baskets and hopping away. But it isn’t just your waistline...
Read moreWhich Mouthwash Should You Use?
Of the market’s abundance of choices―breath-freshening, antibacterial, fluoridated, etc.―which is right for you? Here’s how to tell. If You Have Bad Breath but Not Significant Gum Disease or Tooth Decay… Use: Breath-freshening mouthwash, which...
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