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Tobacco Destroys Oral Health
While World No Tobacco Day came and went May 21, the message behind this important global holiday remains. Tobacco-related deaths continue to increase around the planet, and [...]
British Survey Reveals Odd Uses for Teeth
Our teeth are pretty interesting, aren’t they? They’re covered in enamel, which, though irreplaceable, is the strongest substance in the entire body. They’re strong enough to apply 200 [...]
Extra Fees at the Dentist?
In recent months, we as a nation have grappled with deciding what is considered an essential business versus a non-essential business. While some businesses surprisingly made the [...]
Why Oral Health Matters During Quarantine
While researchers race around the clock to find a cure or develop a vaccine for COVID-19, many around the world are left wondering what they can do to [...]
Wine Down With These Tooth-Whitening Tips
With the rise of the web conference as the new in-person meeting and stress at an all-time high, "wine down Wednesday" and other virtual work happy hour events [...]
Brushing Tablets May Help Seniors Who Cannot Brush Teeth
There’s no question that nursing homes have been hit hard by COVID-19. With an aged population, many of whom have underlying health conditions and live in close quarters, [...]
Probiotics and Oral Health
In recent years, you may have heard of something called probiotics in the news and on television commercials. These microorganisms are credited with a multitude of health benefits, [...]
Protect the Mouth from Medication Side Effects
As we age, it is common to require medications to help keep our bodies performing at optimal levels. In fact, it is said that 90 percent of people [...]
The Oral Microbiome and Overall Health
When it comes to your mouth, there’s some confusing terminology floating around, such as the term "oral microbiome." While it may sound complicated, your oral microbiome is just [...]
Psoriasis and Oral Health
You may have heard that your oral health is a gateway to the health of the rest of your body. Truly, when you have oral health problems, your [...]