Smokers already know they are taking health risks. However, many are unaware of the negative oral health issues when it comes to tobacco use. For example, research shows that smokers lose more teeth than nonsmokers. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, about 20% of people over age… Read More…

Want to save yourself from costly and time-consuming tooth and gum problems? Read on to know where most of the problems begin, and how to avoid them. Plaque is a sticky substance in the mouth that results from chemical reactions when bacteria, carbohydrates, food particles, and saliva combine. When food… Read More…

The notion of “If nothing hurts, then nothing is wrong” is long gone when it comes to oral health. As the American population is becoming more aware, the bacteria in your mouth affects far more than causing cavities. Your 6-month dental hygiene exams and cleanings are designed to help minimize… Read More…

I was recently reminded of when Jessica Simpson announced on an Ellen episode that she brushes her teeth “maybe three times a week.” Simpson said she uses Listerine and flosses everyday and uses “a shirt or something” to wipe her teeth. Claiming her breath is fresh, she feels her mouth… Read More…