Foods That Stain
Tea and Your Teeth
Tea is a healthy drink, but it may not be the best choice for keeping your teeth white. […]
April 2015
Yoghurt and Your Dental Health
Yoghurt is known to be high in calcium, which helps strengthen bones, including teeth. […]
Dark Chocolate is Good For Your Teeth
Chocolate can actually be good for your teeth! Yes, you read that correctly — chocolate can prevent tooth decay. […]
March 2015
3 Surprising Ways to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
Your toothbrush isn’t the only weapon capable of protecting your teeth — your diet helps too!
In addition to brushing and flossing, a healthful diet (with natural or added fluoride) protects teeth from decay and keeps the gums healthy. Read on to discover how to keep your smile safe and strong. […]
What you should know about sensitive teeth
Too Much Mouthwash
Love minty fresh breath? If you swig mouthwash throughout the day, you may set yourself up for a sore mouth. That’s because some products have acids that make already-sensitive teeth worse. The solution: Ask your dentist about neutral fluoride rinses or those that lower sensitivity, and what ingredients to avoid. […]
If you chew sugar-free gum, you may be in luck!
A new study suggests that chewing gum may be as beneficial as flossing. Researchers from the University of Groningen in Holland determined that chewing gum for 10 minutes can remove 100 million bacteria from the mouth. This number is roughly one tenth of the bacteria living in the mouth at any moment. […]
Coffee May Fight Gum Disease
Coffee may have an unintended benefit. Researchers recently determined that drinking coffee could lower the risk of gum disease. A research team at Boston University’s Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine conducted the study. Their research indicated that coffee did not have a negative impact on periodontal health. […]
Cavity Prevention and cheese
Cavity Prevention is one of the most important benefit of cheese:
Cheese is extremely high in its calcium content. This is the most important thing when it comes to strong teeth. In addition, cheese has a very low content of Lactose. Lactose is a substance that comes from food and can harm teeth (The older the […]
Dos and don’ts of choosing the right toothbrush
Confused by the toothbrush aisle? Follow these tips to choose the right toothbrush for your needs […]
How Do I Help My Children Care for Their Teeth and Prevent Cavities?
Good childhood dental care starts with regular visits to the dentist’s office. You can make that first appointment when the first teeth erupt, or at least by the time your child turns one. Why are early visits so important? […]