Dentistry

When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? If you can’t remember, it’s definitely time to throw it away. Your toothbrush can harbor millions of bacteria, viruses, and germs picked up from both your mouth and your bathroom. But can your toothbrush make you sick? Should you store it in an airtight container to ... Read more

Maintaining a healthy mouth is vital to both the longevity of your teeth and the beauty of your smile. Bur for some of us, however, upholding good dental hygiene or scheduling regular visits to the dentist can fall by the wayside due to fear of the dentist’s chair, a lack of time, or financial constraints. ... Read more

According to Patients Without Borders, the allure of quality dental care at a lower cost is drawing more and more people abroad, with some 800,000 Americans traveling to Mexico, Costa Rica, and other sunny destinations every year. The growing industry of dental tourism may seem appealing, especially for procedures not covered by insurance. However, there ... Read more

Meth mouth is a term used to describe a collection of dental issues brought on by methamphetamine drug use. Although many addictive drugs can lead to similar dental issues, these issues seem particularly pronounced in meth users. Worse still, abused drugs such as meth leads to suppression of pain responses, causing users to ignore the ... Read more

It can be difficult to feel like you’re living your best life when you’re missing a tooth. You never want to crack a full smile. You eat carefully, worried that food will hurt your gums. You notice the gap every time you look in the mirror. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Because ... Read more

These days, it seems like oil is the cure for everything: high cholesterol, weight gain, stretch marks, and even brittle nails. According to some wellness experts, it can even help boost your overall health and cure such illnesses as cancer, asthma, and diabetes. But instead of cooking with it, they recommend you swish it in ... Read more

Children with weak immune systems are more likely to get oral thrush infections. In adults, this condition can be an indication of more serious health concerns. Here we detail the causes and symptoms of oral thrush, as well as treatment options that are recommended by doctors. What Is Oral Thrush? Oral thrush – also referred ... Read more

While innovations in modern dentistry have greatly improved patient experience, many dread their dental appointments. While reasons vary for having dental phobia, a look at the latest oral health technology and approaches to dental care will help you understand how the benefits to getting treatment greatly outweigh your anxiety. Why Do Patients Fear Dentists? There ... Read more

According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD), no fewer than 30 million people in the United States have an eating disorder. Dental decay and oral health concerns are among the many issues that stem from anorexia and bulimia. Here we explain the impact these two conditions have on the teeth ... Read more