If you want healthy teeth, your gums need to be in good shape too. Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) is a chronic bacterial infection that can affect both your gums and the bones supporting your teeth. Certain factors contribute to gum disease, such as poor dental … [Read more...]
Snack Smart for Happy Teeth
Snacking helps children and adults sustain energy, avoid overeating during meals and maintain a well-balanced diet. However, those in-between meal munchies may take a toll on teeth. Many popular snacks are packed with sweeteners that leave teeth coated in cavity-causing sugar. … [Read more...]
5 Things to Know About Your Toothbrush
Did you know that by the time you turn 30, you’ve spent about 28 days brushing your teeth? That is, of course, if you brush twice a day for the recommended two minutes each time. It’s more time than a lot of us have put into relationships. Since you’ve been so close to your … [Read more...]
Gum Disease and Your Heart – The Connections
Happy Valentine’s Day! Here’s to A Healthy Heart Candy hearts and flowers may be on your mind this Valentine’s Day, but don’t forget to keep your heart healthy. You can do that by eating right, exercising and yes, by brushing your teeth and flossing every day. People with … [Read more...]
The Truth About Fluoride
It can be in your toothpaste, your mouthwash and even your water. In fact, fluoridated water has been called one of the greatest public health accomplishments of the 20th century. But what makes it such a miracle mineral? Fluoride is a natural substance that helps teeth resist … [Read more...]
