Author Archives: Marina

Just about everyone has experienced dry mouth at some point in life. Dry mouth is an itchy, uncomfortable feeling, almost like sucking on cotton balls. Also known as xerostomia, dry mouth can have various symptoms and causes. Dry mouth happens … Continue reading →

Dating back to ancient times, tongue scraping is an easy way to help maintain your oral health and cleanliness. So you brush, you floss, visit a dentist twice a year, and keep a good diet with plenty of water. What … Continue reading →

A regular dental check-up or cleaning can cost hundreds of dollars. Filling cavities, braces, and dentures can cost thousands. A dental emergency, such as surgery or a root canal can also have a cost in the thousands. The problem of … Continue reading →

Tips and tricks for how to cope with worries, fears, and anxiousness about visiting the dentist.   The high-pitched whir of the drill. The rubbery taste of latex gloves. Bright lights shine in your eyes. A stranger or two poking … Continue reading →

Brushing your teeth at least twice a day is a fundamentally important part of good oral hygiene. However, if you brush your teeth too hard, you can actually damage your teeth and especially your gums. What are some warning signs … Continue reading →

It’s common knowledge that sugary foods are bad for the teeth. But what foods are good for your teeth? Are there foods that can actually restore damaged parts of your teeth and gums? Is there a way to eat unhealthy … Continue reading →

Dental surgery (or maxillofacial surgery) has been around for a surprisingly long time. If you think dental surgery is scary now, then be happy you are alive today and not a few thousand years ago. In modern times dental surgery … Continue reading →

It’s common knowledge that smoking is not good for you. It’s bad for your whole body, with notable diseases like mouth, lung, and throat cancer being some of the worst side effects. Smoking also shrinks your capillaries (small veins that … Continue reading →

Having good teeth and a nice smile may be the focus of most toothpaste commercials, but having healthy gums is just as important. Your gums are important for your oral health because it’s where they keep your teeth rooted. If … Continue reading →

The health of your mouth, teeth, and gums is important. It’s not just good to have strong teeth and gums, but your whole body benefits from having a healthy mouth. Keeping your teeth and gums healthy prevent not only infections … Continue reading →