Category: Dental Health

If you’re discouraged by chronic bad breath, check out our blog post to learn 6 breath-freshening techniques. We talk about proper oral hygiene, sugar-free gum and mints, gargling, mint tea, and avoiding tobacco. Contact us with more questions about improving your oral health!

A new year means it’s the time to set those resolutions. This year, consider your oral health when deciding what you want to change in the months to come. On our blog, we give you ideas for new year’s resolutions related to your dental health. Read on to learn more!

We’ve all gotten that weird fuzzy feeling on our teeth when we’ve forgotten to brush. Read our blog post to find out why that is!

You probably know you’re supposed to get fluoride from your water and your toothpaste. But did you know there’s such thing as too much fluoride? It’s called fluorosis, and it’s no joke. Let’s break down the facts about this harmful condition. What Exactly Is Fluorosis? Fluorosis is a cosmetic condition caused by getting too much fluoride during childhood, when permanent teeth are being formed. After kids lose their baby teeth and their permanent teeth come in, the permanent teeth are discolored and marked with white lines. In more serious cases, though, they can be stained yellow or brown, have irregular… Read Full Post →

There are many different types of oral cancers, and not all present the same way. Like any type of cancer, oral cancer occurs when cells develop mutations, which tells the cells to grow without stopping. It’s not always clear what causes these mutations, but there are certain risk factors that increase the likelihood of getting cancer. Risk Factors for Oral Cancer Getting too much sun — Just like in skin cancer, too much sun can cause cancerous spots on the lips and mouth. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) — This common virus is at the base of many oral cancers diagnoses. If… Read Full Post →