Smile Makeovers – More Than Just Aesthetic Changes

While many people associate smile makeovers purely with appearance, the benefits often extend far beyond aesthetics. Improving your smile [...]

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Smile Makeovers

Many people assume that achieving a great smile requires high-cost treatments such as full veneers. In reality, there are [...]

Periodontal disease and breast cancer, the correlation

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

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 the low environmental footprint [...]

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 these questions and more [...]

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 ill-health and heart conditions [...]

Cleaning and Caring for Dental Implants

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

Invisalign Treatment (pt. 2)

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

Invisalign Treatment (pt. 1)

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

Nocturnal teeth grinding

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

Smoking and oral health

Most people are aware of the effect that smoking can have on their body and general health, but many [...]

Dentophobia (Fear of Dentists)

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

Brushing your teeth may keep your heart healthy

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

Health benefits of baking soda and lemon juice

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

How to get rid of a toothache at night

A toothache is a painful annoyance, especially at night. Getting a toothache at night can make falling asleep or [...]

Tooth extraction aftercare: A how-to guide

Tooth extraction involves completely removing a tooth from the mouth. People may require tooth extraction for many reasons, ranging [...]

How does tooth enamel last a lifetime?

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

Eleven tips to treat white spots on teeth

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

How whitening strips can damage your teeth

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

Teeth: Names, types, and functions

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

Xylitol: Uses, effects, and possible benefits

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

The unexpected dangers of gum disease

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

What to know about tooth extraction

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