Chocolate can really be beneficial for your teeth! Yup, you read that accurately, chocolate can prevent tooth decay. However, not every kind of chocolate is helpful for your pearly whites. There has been a good deal of disputes over whether dark chocolate does anything productive for your teeth. While it is almost invariably true that […]
If you put on makeup a lot, then you probably know how bad it feels to pose for a photo in your favorite makeup only to realize that your teeth aren't as pearly white as you would like them to be. No matter how great the makeup looks or how pretty your smile, having teeth […]
There are few things more annoying than getting a piece of food stuck between your teeth. You may work at it with your tongue for a long time without it budging, and it can drive you crazy. These tips can bring you some relief by removing that stubborn piece of food lodged between your teeth. […]
What is an abscessed tooth? It is a tooth that has developed a pocket of bacteria and pus in the tissue around the tooth or sometimes down in the root of the tooth. They are very painful if you have never had one. They are probably one of the most painful infections you can get. […]
There are many people that ignore the health of their teeth and gums. They rationalize this by thinking that the worst thing that will happen is their teeth will fall out and they will need to get dentures. What they don't realize is the impact that their oral health has on the rest of the […]
There are many people that ignore the health of their teeth and gums. They rationalize this by thinking that the worst thing that will happen is their teeth will fall out and they will need to get dentures. What they don't realize is the impact that their oral health has on the rest of the […]
A numb mouth is oftentimes experienced with a loss of sensation or feeling. You may also feel like you have pins or needles – a tingling or prickling sensation. Medically, this is what's known as paresthesia. Why Your Tooth May Start Going Numb When you have a cavity in your mouth, it can cause part […]
Flossing is an important part of any good oral hygiene routine. If you are new to flossing, you may experience some discomfort at first. However, even if you are a seasoned flossing pro, pain while flossing is possible, and you should be sure to tell us about it. In most cases, this sensation is perfectly […]
There are a lot of symptoms of gum disease that can interfere with what a person does. Loose or lost teeth, strange tastes in the mouth and pain are just a few of the symptoms of gum disease. While people focus on what gum disease does to their oral health, they do not always realize […]