Oral cancer, like all cancers, begins in cells. Healthy cells grow and divide to form new cells, which take the place of old cells that die off. But sometimes this process goes haywire. Cells needlessly form and divide, or old cells refuse to die off. These extra cells form … [Read more...]
Fact or fiction: Adult oral health quiz
How well do you think you know your teeth? Put your knowledge to the test! Question: When is it time to toss your toothbrush? Answer: Don’t wait until the bristles are all bent over or falling out - replace your toothbrush every three to four months. Obviously, rinse the … [Read more...]
Saint Patrick’s Day: Alcohol and Your teeth
St. Patrick’s Day parties often get reputations for being epic. On the day of Irish pride, inhibitions are thrown out the window in favor of a good time. As much fun as St. Patrick’s Day parties can be, you will not only be left with a St. Patrick’s Day hangover, you will also … [Read more...]