Periodontal disease and breast cancer, the correlation

Objective: To investigate the correlation between periodontal disease and breast cancer.  Materials and Methods: PubMed [...]

Water fluoridation: Effective prevention for tooth decay and a win for the environment, research shows

Trinity College Dublin researchers collaborating with University College London have demonstrated for the first time [...]

Dental care: The best, worst and unproven tools to care for your teeth

Do probiotics prevent gum disease? Is flossing necessary? Many patients are unable to confidently answer [...]

Gum disease increases risk of other illness such as mental health and heart conditions

A University of Birmingham-led study shows an increased risk of patients developing illnesses including mental [...]

Cleaning and Caring for Dental Implants

If you’re about to get dental implants, thinking about implant treatment, or caring for someone [...]

Invisalign Treatment (pt. 2)

Who is Invisalign Treatment for? Invisalign Treatment can be a great solution for both adults [...]

Invisalign Treatment (pt. 1)

What is Invisalign Treatment? Invisalign Treatment is the process of wearing a series of clear, [...]

Nocturnal teeth grinding

Nocturnal teeth grinding and clenching of the upper and lower jaw are known as sleep [...]

Smoking and oral health

Most people are aware of the effect that smoking can have on their body and [...]

Dentophobia (Fear of Dentists)

Do you have a fear of visiting the dentist? If so, you’re not alone. Statistics [...]

Brushing your teeth may keep your heart healthy

New research finds that brushing the teeth three or more times a day significantly reduces [...]

Health benefits of baking soda and lemon juice

Baking soda and lemon juice combinations have become a popular home remedy. Some people claim [...]

How to get rid of a toothache at night

A toothache is a painful annoyance, especially at night. Getting a toothache at night can [...]

Tooth extraction aftercare: A how-to guide

Tooth extraction involves completely removing a tooth from the mouth. People may require tooth extraction [...]

How does tooth enamel last a lifetime?

Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, but, until now, no one [...]

Eleven tips to treat white spots on teeth

There are several possible causes for white spots on teeth, including dental fluorosis, enamel hypoplasia, [...]

How whitening strips can damage your teeth

Teeth are an important part of physical appearance for many people, and they want to [...]

Teeth: Names, types, and functions

Teeth help a person use their mouth to eat, speak, smile, and give shape to [...]

Xylitol: Uses, effects, and possible benefits

Xylitol is a lower-calorie sugar substitute with a low glycemic index. Some research suggests that [...]

The unexpected dangers of gum disease

Gum disease is common and unpleasant, but, according to a growing body of evidence, it [...]

What to know about tooth extraction

Dentists and oral surgeons perform tooth extractions for many reasons. The issue may be a [...]