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  • Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth

    From K-Cups and cold brew to macchiatos and Americanos, caffeine fiends are committed to their … Continue Reading…

    Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth
  • Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined

    Why does mouthwash burn? If you're one of the many who feel a sting when they swig, you're not … Continue Reading…

    Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined
  • Tips to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

    Setting New Year’s resolutions is a time-honored tradition symbolizing hope, ambition, and the … Continue Reading…

    Tips to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
  • End of Year Reflection: Oral Health Edition

    As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on your journeys, accomplishments, … Continue Reading…

    End of Year Reflection: Oral Health Edition
  • Why Gum Health is So Important

    When it comes to oral health, the state of your teeth is probably the first thing you think of. … Continue Reading…

    Why Gum Health is So Important
  • Dentists, Diabetes, and You: Effects Diabetes has on Teeth and Gums

    In the United States, one in ten people have diabetes. However, one in five people with the disease … Continue Reading…

    Dentists, Diabetes, and You: Effects Diabetes has on Teeth and Gums
  • What to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal

    Not everyone has an extra set of molars in their mouth, but lots of people have wisdom teeth pop up … Continue Reading…

    What to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal

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Does coffee stain your teeth? Coffee contains tannins, an ingredient that causes coffee's color to stick to your smile.

Does Coffee Stain Your Teeth? The Dark Truth

May 20, 2021

From K-Cups and cold brew to macchiatos and Americanos, caffeine fiends are committed to their coffee. We all know those early morning yawns are … [read more]

Learn the difference between cosmetic mouthwash and therapeutic mouthwash, and learn how ingredients like alcohol and menthol can make mouthwash burn.

Why Does Mouthwash Burn? Ingredients Examined

November 6, 2019

Why does mouthwash burn? If you're one of the many who feel a sting when they swig, you're not alone. The minty fresh mouth you get as soon as you … [read more]

Did you know that only about seven percent of people stick to New Year’s resolutions? Discover some simple and effective ways to help keep your resolutions.

Tips to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions

November 21, 2023

Setting New Year’s resolutions is a time-honored tradition symbolizing hope, ambition, and the pursuit of self-improvement. Yet, as the weeks and … [read more]

While personal and professional goals tend to get much of the focus during end of year reflections, one aspect of your well-being that deserves special attention is your oral health.

End of Year Reflection: Oral Health Edition

November 17, 2023

As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on your journeys, accomplishments, and areas for improvement.  While personal and … [read more]

Parenting

Some TikTok users are filing their teeth at home to straighten them. Learn about the dangers of DIY tooth filing and dentist-approved methods for achieving a straighter smile.

DIY Tooth Filing: Dangerous TikTok Trends

September 1, 2023

When it comes to beauty standards and ideals, a straight, bright smile is one of the most highly sought-after … [read more]

Back to School is here! Are you and your kids ready for it? Be sure to go over our Back to School checklist to ensure a healthy start to the new school year.

Back to School Checklist

September 1, 2023

Back to School is here! Are you ready for it? Back to School means it’s time to restock school supplies, … [read more]

Discover the risks of DIY teeth straightening trends on TikTok and learn why using rubber bands, shaving teeth, and removing braces at home can lead to permanent oral damage.

DIY Teeth Straightening: Dangerous TikTok Trends

July 31, 2023

TikTok has become a powerhouse in the social media landscape due to its funny and relatable user-generated … [read more]

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