Blog Category - Oral Health

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Dec

How Oil Pulling Can Supplement Your Oral Health

Before the days of expensive dental products and advanced oral technology, people relied on remedies made from ingredients in their own homes to maintain health. Oil pulling, a traditional Indian folk remedy, is an age-old solution that specifically addresses common oral health...

Dec

Where Does My Morning Breath Come From?

Morning breath is a pretty unpleasant problem that affects most people. Thankfully, there are steps that you can take to reduce the problem and help your breath smell a little fresher when you wake up. What Causes Morning Breath? Morning breath is usually caused b...

Dec

Learn Why Diet Soda Is Horrible For Your Smile

You might think you’re doing your body a favor by choosing diet soda and avoiding all the sugar that’s packed into other soft drinks, but diet soda can actually be deadly for your smile. Did you know it’s full of acids that can erode your teeth, leading to cavities and de...

Dec

First trimester to baby: Oral care tips for pregnant women

Pregnancy and the hormonal changes it entails can have a significant impact on the pH balance of your mouth. These changes create the ideal conditions for harmful bacteria to flourish, so pregnant women are more predisposed to the development of plaque, tooth decay and periodon...

Dec

Drink This, Not That: Cocktails That Won’t Damage Your Teeth

Many people are fastidious about their oral health, but don't think twice about how alcoholic beverages might be affecting their teeth. Little do they know some of the biggest enemies of teeth and gums are sugar and acid. Combined with the sugars found in liquors, the ingr...

Dec

Can Chocolate Really Be Good for Your Teeth?

Yep, you read that correctly! Many published reports have shown that certain compounds in chocolate are more effective than fluoride at hardening tooth enamel, helping to prevent tooth decay and costly dental issues down the road. While you shouldn’t trade in your toothpaste for...

Dec

10 Signs You Might Have Gingivitis

The dreaded statement “You have gingivitis” is one of the last things anyone wants to hear while sitting in the dentist's chair. While gingivitis is the most common non-contagious disease in the world, it can be so mild you may not even know you have the condit...

Dec

5 Steps To Preventing Periodontal Disease

Individuals battle with forms of gum disease on a daily basis. A combination of factors can contribute to this affliction, ranging from genetic predisposition to poor dental hygiene. With a little work, virtually anyone can drastically reduce their chances of developing severe o...

Dec

4 Foods That Make Your Smile Healthier

In today’s world of coffee, fast food, and soda, it’s easy to forget the importance of protecting the surface of our teeth. Even the smallest adjustments to diet can make a big difference in oral health and tooth color. Although brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash are all im...

Dec

10 Weird Things Your Teeth Can Tell You About Your Health

The next time you make a trip to the dentist's office, consider this - your teeth can signify more about you than just poor brushing or flossing habits. Dental issues can be indicative of a wide array of health problems, ranging from minor issues to serious diseases...

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