Sealants are like little raincoats for your teeth. They’re made from resin and applied on your back teeth. They help protect your molars from plaque buildup and the bacteria that eats away your enamel. There are many benefits to underutilized dental sealants, like preventing cavities...
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)...
Tartar is actually plaque that has hardened into a cement-like substance. But unlike plaque, which can usually be removed with daily brushing and flossing, tartar needs to be removed by a dental professional. We explain why tartar is so hard to remove, how it damages...
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...
Missing teeth affect the way you eat, the way you speak, and the way you smile. But replacing them will restore your quality of life and your confidence. In this guide, we give you an overview of the three most common tooth replacement options: dentures,...
Many parents wonder why kids need their own toothpaste. Is it only about the flavor? Wouldn’t it be easier to let your kids use the same toothpaste you do? Just like we shouldn’t give our children adult formulas or doses of pain medications, adult toothpaste...
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...
Brushing your teeth is very important. It helps keep your mouth happy and healthy by reducing your risk of cavities and gum disease. If you’ve already picked out your toothpaste, and toothbrush, all that is left to do is to actually brush your teeth. Here’s...
We’ve all been there, standing in the toothbrush aisle, wondering, “Does it matter which one I pick?” With so many choices, finding the right toothbrush can feel overwhelming, and you might just be tempted to grab the closest brush in your favorite color. But when...