Bad breath, aching jaw, painful chewing, and swollen gums -- sound familiar? It might surprise you to learn that hundreds of Americans suffer from gum disease, or periodontal disease, and if these painful symptoms remind you of your daily life, you may be one of them. Here's what to know about it and how you...
It can be notoriously hard to say no to Halloween candy when the season comes around. Whatever your candy of choice, make sure to enjoy it - but also make sure to enjoy your Halloween season with your oral health in mind! Here are just a few ways you and your kids can enjoy this...
With Valentine’s Day coming up, it's time to brush up on ways to make sure you're at your best when it comes to oral health. Of course, we can all name the usual suspects when it comes to the most offensive bad breath foods. Garlic, onions, tuna fish, & some stinky cheeses certainly top the...
People begin to learn about dental health from a very young age when teeth first begin to show up. But in spite of such early awareness, many people fail to maintain good dental health through their adult life. Good dental health means brushing and flossing your teeth every day, and regular visits to a dentist...
Halloween is just around the corner, and although candy consumption is almost unavoidable this time of year, the Academy of General Dentistry(AGD) wants parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options, both of which may find their way into children's trick-or-treat bags this fall. Here's what to know about...