When it comes to cavities, is bad luck or bad behavior to blame? Oral health experts agree that it’s a little of both. … [Read more...]
5 Times You Shouldn’t Brush
Is it possible to overdo a good thing*? Like eating too many cookies or getting too much sleep, oral hygiene is no exception. Here are 5 times when brushing your teeth isn’t such a good idea. … [Read more...]
Surviving Stress
Managing stress can be tricky. Stress causes many of us to fall into bad habits, which can be hazardous to our well-being. Fortunately, there are ways to beat stress. Once you learn to control your stress, your physical, emotional, and dental health will begin to benefit, and … [Read more...]
3 Habits to Avoid After You Quit Smoking
Tobacco smoke contains a deadly mix of more than 7,000 chemicals. It’s really no wonder that smoking is bad for your body and your mouth. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 68.8% of U.S. adult cigarette smokers want to quit completely. Tobacco … [Read more...]
Toss the Tobacco to Save Your Teeth
Tobacco, the main ingredient in cigarettes, cigars, pipe smoking, chewing tobacco and smokeless tobacco products can cause severe problems to your health, including the health of your mouth. Dental damage Tobacco products cause a mouthful of problems. Cigarettes, as well as … [Read more...]