November

24

From Our Families to Yours

Dear Friends,

It’s the time of year when we all give thanks for the good things – and good people – in our lives. At Oragenics, we are profoundly grateful to you, our customers and friends, who have shared in our journey toward better oral care.

We sincerely appreciate your support throughout this past year, and we [...]

November

24

Ask Your Dentist About Sleep Apnea!

Sleep apnea is the condition which means, literally, “without breath.” Just like dentists and hygienists x-ray your teeth to check for decay, check the soft tissues of your mouth for lumps and run a general cancer screening at your regular check ups, they should also examine your head and neck to check your airways during your routine cleaning appointments.

November

12

Dog Ramps and Stairs Save Backs and Joints

Depending on the situation, your dog might really need a set of stairs. Even if getting onto the couch or bed is simple for your dog now, that simple act might be causing a minor strain that can add up over time. And if you’re asking your dog to make big jumps – like into trucks, onto boats or out of pools – you could be running the risk of a serious injury every time your dog makes the leap.

November

10

Is Periodontal Disease is Just for Adults?

Your children can have periodontal disease. In fact, some studies indicate that nearly all children have gingivitis – the very first stage of periodontal disease.

November

5

Why Whitening Toothpastes May Not Make You Smile

And it’s only natural that as our smiles start to get a little less than the really white-white we prefer, we want to reach for what seems like the easiest-to-use whitening product – whitening toothpaste. But what if that toothpaste is actually making your smile more yellow in the long run? It could be.

November

4

What’s That? I Need A Breath Mint?

Not only do breath fresheners NOT make your breath fresher, they actually make your breath smell worse.