Dental Hygiene

Brushing your tongue, which can be done using a tongue scraping tool, is becoming increasing popular in the west. If you incorporate brushing your tongue into your daily oral routine,…

Water fluoridation provides a modest benefit for children’s teeth in an era of fluoride toothpastes, but does not shrink inequalities in dental health between rich and poor communities, research has…

Achieving a sparkling smile takes time and effort. Here are some oral health tips for a healthy smile and teeth. Our teeth play a significant role in our lives –…

Understanding how to approach different patients about their oral health and lifestyles will help guide them toward more health choices. When you hear the word prevention, what comes to mind?…

From toothpastes to gels, strips, mouth trays and rinses, there is a dizzying array of products that claim to lighten, brighten and whiten your teeth. And with so many options…

All of us have tiny hair-like structures on our tongues. These are not the same as hairs on your head—even though they share similar properties. The cone-like hairs on your…

Garlic and onions are two of my favorite foods — I have been known to eat roasted garlic cloves like candy — so it’s no surprise that I often find…

People with diabetes have an increased risk of gum inflammation, which is related to increased blood sugar. And on the other hand, if the periodontium, that is the tissue surrounding…

Picture this: You’re at the dentist for your checkup. You think your pearly whites are perfect since you brush two times a day with a quality toothpaste, but then the…

According to research, between 22% and 50% of people worldwide suffer from halitosis. Bad breath is an unpleasant affliction that can negatively affect self-esteem and our relationships.The bad news is…