Halloween is a fun holiday, especially for children who try to collect as much candy as possible. While they eat their way through their stash, their parents start worrying about the next dentist visit. Protecting kids’ teeth from too much sugar is important, but don’t...
Flossing your teeth is an important part of maintaining your oral health. The daily activity can leave some with burning questions like: Do I need a water flosser? Should I use floss tape or a flosser? Are any of them better than the others? We can...
Small and painful mouth ulcers like canker sores are a common oral health complaint. They can appear anywhere in the soft tissues of your mouth, including the lips, cheeks, tongue, and gums. They are often caused by minor injuries (like a bite to the cheek)...
Daily brushing and flossing is a must for children, but it won’t prevent dental emergencies. Dental pain can cause major disruptions in your child’s development and affect the way that they learn, play, speak, and eat. And because some infections can spread from the mouth...
Germs are everywhere—especially in the bathroom, where they can easily contaminate your toothbrush. And they live in our mouths, too. When you brush your teeth, those germs can get transferred to your toothbrush. So how do you store a toothbrush safely so that you can...
Also known as periodontal disease, gum disease is a condition that causes the tissues around your teeth to become inflamed and infected. Commonly caused by a buildup of bacteria-packed plaque, gum disease is a progressive condition that only grows worse over time. It leads to...
Canker sores vs. cold sores: what’s the difference? Aren’t they the same thing? Not at all. One type of sore is highly contagious, while the other isn’t contagious at all. One occurs inside your mouth, while the other affects your lips and face. Here’s how...
Brushing your teeth is a very important part of a good oral hygiene routine. If you don’t brush often enough, plaque can build up on your teeth and gums, causing painful problems. But even though the mechanical action of the brush does most of the...
Our teeth are the first stop in the digestive process and we use them constantly every day. But did you know that different teeth have different functions? Every human has incisors, canines, premolars, and molars, and each tooth has a specific purpose. Let’s give our...
Is your closet getting too stuffed? Are the kids outgrowing all their winter gear? Do you have some cozy blankets that just don’t fit your vibe any longer? Then it might be time to think about purging some of your gently used jackets and winter...