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One of the more common complaints we hear from patients is that their gums bleed when they brush or floss. While to some this can be a cause for alarm, the truth is, bleeding gums don’t always mean there’s a huge problem. But sometimes they do. So, how can you tell when to be alarmed… Continue Reading:
It seems like there isn’t a week that goes by that we don’t hear about probiotics or other natural remedies being researched to improve our health the natural way. Products like yogurt, kimchi, pickles, and sauerkraut are all said to have probiotics – living microorganisms, or “good bacteria” that, when consumed, benefit the body in… Continue Reading:
March is National Nutrition Month in the United States, and it’s a perfect time to look at how nutrition plays a major role in your oral health. It’s not just about eating foods full of vitamins and minerals for growing strong, healthy bones (like teeth and jawbones!) or drinking plenty of water to keep your… Continue Reading:
For the approximately 10 percent of Americans who suffer from the condition known as bruxism, or teeth grinding, relief can often be hard to come by. While it is unknown exactly what causes bruxism, many factors, including stress, anxiety, and psychological and genetic factors, could be to blame. Currently, the most common and effective way… Continue Reading:
Have you ever gone to the dentist for your semi-annual exam and left stunned at what your dentist told you about the condition of your mouth? Whether it’s surprise cavities, gingivitis, an abscess or a root canal, bad news at the dentist can sometimes come out of left field, especially if you think you’re doing… Continue Reading:
With oral cancer rates on the incline around the world (a recent news report by CTV news in Canada found that cases of HPV (human papilloma virus)-related oral cancers in Canada have doubled since 2002), getting screened for oral cancer is more important than ever. This year alone, nearly 50,000 people will be newly diagnosed… Continue Reading:
With more than 60 percent of American adults considered overweight and one-third of all American adults considered obese, it’s no wonder many are trying to change their diets and lose weight. In fact, in the United States, we spend about $60 billion a year on weight-loss products and programs. With approximately 75 million people a… Continue Reading:
Summer is finally here, and for many families that means it’s amusement park and carnival season! But while these venues are known for many things (Rides! Games! Prizes!) one thing they’re not known for is their healthy dining options. So, how do you know what foods to avoid when your choices are all less than… Continue Reading:
If you are one of the millions of Americans who wear dentures, partials, or even temporary retainers, you probably have a box of denture cleaning tablets in your medicine cabinet. Denture tablets are those effervescent discs that have become the gold standard in cleaning oral appliances between uses. But did you know that denture cleaning… Continue Reading:
Chewing gum is one of those controversial products that people either love or hate. For some, it’s considered low brow and rude to chew gum, while to others it’s simply an enjoyable way to freshen your breath or distract yourself from that cabinet of sweets calling your name after dinner. But while many liken even… Continue Reading:
It’s no secret that most kids love fruit juice. After all, what’s not to love? It’s sweet and refreshing, and since it’s made of fruit, it’s good for you, right? Not so fast, says the American Academy of Pediatrics. While 100 percent fruit juice really is good for children in moderation, it’s also packed with… Continue Reading:
Nothing is better on a balmy day than cooling off with a rich, creamy ice cream cone or a juicy slice of watermelon. But for millions of people with sensitive teeth, these cool, refreshing desserts are off the table. That’s because sensitive teeth can make what should be an enjoyable experience into a painful one.… Continue Reading:
You may have heard the concept that there are no bad foods when it comes to dieting, but that phrase doesn’t quite apply to your oral health. Unfortunately, when it comes to your teeth, there are bad foods or at least some foods that are worse for your teeth than others. Here is a list… Continue Reading:
Did you know that one of the most important tools we use each day can cost as little as a few dollars, and has been around for less than a century? I’m speaking of course about your toothbrush. Tooth brushing implements have been found dating as far back 3500-3000 BC when Babylonians and Egyptians used… Continue Reading:
LED home teeth whitening kits are getting a lot of buzz from celebrities on social media sites and showing up as sponsored ads on Instagram and Facebook. Worse yet, when you google these devices, most of what you see are paid (read: biased) reviews from popular bloggers that don’t mention anything about the safety or… Continue Reading:
Each year, an estimated 175 million Americans chew gum. That’s more than half the US population! But despite how common the habit is, there is still a lot of misinformation out there about gum and its effects on your teeth and body. We discussed ‘the world’s number one habit’ with Dr. Stephen Hill, a dentist… Continue Reading:
You may have heard about the trendy new ingredient causing a buzz among the all-natural crowd. Charcoal. No, not the Kingsford briquets that you throw on your grill- but activated charcoal. Charcoal is said to be “activated” when it becomes heated or treated to increase its adsorptive (binding of gas, liquid, or dissolved solid molecules… Continue Reading:
If you thought you missed your opportunity to ‘bank’ you or your child’s umbilical cord stem cells at birth, it might not be too late after all. While you can never get your umbilical cord –or its blood- back, there is a new method of stem cell extraction that removes the mesenchymal stem cells from… Continue Reading:
