It’s a common habit for a lot of us: When you want to freshen your breath, pop a stick of chewing gum in your mouth. The minty freshness feels good, but is gum good for your teeth or can it cause problems? Read on to learn the pros and cons of chewing gum. Where Did...
It’s time to hit the road, relax and forget about your responsibilities at home. Some routines are important to keep even while on vacation, though, so don’t let your dental health be forgotten in all the fun and busyness of traveling. Here are some dental health...
You may have heard about fluoride from your dentist or seen it advertised on products at the store like toothpaste and mouthwash. Why is it added to dental products? What are its benefits to your teeth? Is it a necessary ingredient in toothpaste? Fluoride can have a...
If you’re looking for ways to protect your teeth from decay and cavities, reducing sugar intake can be an important step to take towards that goal. In addition to keeping an eye out for sugar-free options, xylitol can be an alternative sweetener that may actually be...
Not only can dry mouth cause a lot of discomfort, but because saliva is your body’s way of naturally protecting and remineralizing teeth it can also contribute to conditions with your teeth and gums such as cavities, gum disease and more. Sometimes treating dry mouth...