July

19

Oral Care During Chemotherapy

Because the body’s natural defense line (the white blood cells) is weakened by the medications used during chemotherapy, infections can crop up anywhere in the body. There are several ways you can avoid oral infections during chemotherapy.

July

14

Tooth Sensitivity? Try Chewing Sugarless Gum!

While the study was aimed at helping relieve those with tooth-whitening related sensitivities, researchers found that the simple act of chewing serves as a “Lamaze technique for the teeth,” noting that chewing gum is an extremely cost-effective way to deal with tooth sensitivity.

July

12

Oral Care Probiotics for Fresher Breath

If you’ve ever had bad breath – and who hasn’t? – you know how embarrassing it can be.

July

2

Healthy Eating Habits Equal Healthy Teeth

Fresh vegetables are a great choice to avoid tooth decay. Fresh fruits are a good choice, but, since they do contain sugars, it’s best to brush your teeth within 20 minutes of eating them, since plaque begins to form in that time frame.

July

1

Tooth Sensitivity in Children Could Be a Sign of Something Serious

Many of us are familiar with the fleeting tooth pain of an ice-cream headache, but when children frequently complain of tooth sensitivity, it might be time to see a dentist. Children with tooth pain could be suffering from conditions that should be evaluated and addressed by a dentist.

June

17

Website Shows Facilities That Provide Low-Cost Dental Care

Paying a little extra attention to the health of your teeth and gums can actually save you money in the long run.

June

14

When Whitening Teeth Goes Too Far

Dentists say more and more patients arrive in their offices each month with unrealistic expectations for their teeth, wanting pearly whites that are several shades lighter than what’s natural.

June

14

Probiotics for Whiter, Brighter Smiles

By popping a delicious mint into your mouth after brushing, you not only support the colonies of good bacteria in your mouth, you can also get a whiter, brighter smile.

June

9

Carefully Caring for Dentures

Caring for dentures properly can be tricky. Dentures need to be brushed and flossed as often as your natural teeth, but that can be tricky, since they’re generally pretty slippery.

June

4

Harsh, Chemical Hydrogen Peroxide Damages Tooth Enamel

Slow, Gentle Whitening Better, Safer

Harsh, Chemical Hydrogen Peroxide Damages Tooth Enamel

If you’ve ever used common over-the-counter tooth whiteners, you’ve probably realized that the active ingredient in many of these products is a harsh, chemical hydrogen peroxide.

Natural hydrogen peroxide itself is a wonderful, safe, convenient substance. Hydrogen peroxide can be used to effectively clean wounds, remove [...]