It is a rite of passage familiar to teens and their parents: the referral to an oral surgeon for wisdom...
All Your Tongue Scraper Questions – Answered!
Have you ever looked at a tongue scraper in the drug store and thought, “What in the world is that...
What is the Oral Microbiome and How Does it Affect Overall Health?
In recent years, interest in the human microbiome has exploded—especially regarding gut health. But did you know mouths also host...
6 Problems That are More Common in Crowded Teeth
It’s perfectly normal for young kids to have crowded teeth. It happens because the jawbone and baby teeth grow at...
How Tooth Wax Can Save the Day–Temporarily
Dental problems can happen at the worst times: on weekends, during holidays, or late at night when most dentist offices...
6 Ways AI is Improving Dentistry
It’s understandable why some patients feel alarmed at the thought of “artificial intelligence” being used in the dental office. The...
“Are Bleeding Gums Normal During Pregnancy? (And What Can Be Done for Them?)”
Pregnancy comes with a lot of new concerns, like seeing blood in the sink when brushing. While this isn’t uncommon...
Invisalign vs. Braces: Which Is Faster?
When it comes to straightening teeth, patients often want to know whether Invisalign or regular braces work faster. While Invisalign...
How to Fix a Cracked Tooth
You’re enjoying a crunchy snack—maybe a handful of almonds or a piece of hard candy—when suddenly, something feels off. A...
Does a Toothache Automatically Mean a Cavity?
Even though a toothache doesn’t always mean you have a cavity, it helps to know other cavity symptoms, what else...