It’s never a good realization that your gums are bleeding. Whether you bite into an apple and see some red on the apple meat, or you get a little blood on your floss, you should know the possible causes. Some … Continue reading →

There’s a ton of options for brushing your teeth. There’s everything from sustainable toothbrushes to smart toothbrushes. But what’s right for you? Well, of course everyone is different. If you want to figure out what brush will suit you best, … Continue reading →

Pretty much anyone over 30 is familiar with some gum recession. Age isn’t the only factor though. It can also occur due to genetics, tobacco use, overly vigorous brushing, and orthodontics. Other things like not getting enough dental care, tooth … Continue reading →

Asthma and therapy for asthma can have effects on the oral health of patients. Asthma is a disease of the respiratory tract. It can be caused by different things, but is usually from airborne particles such as pollen and dust. … Continue reading →

Children famously don’t like mundane acts of self-care, but you can do some things to make them look forward to brushing their teeth each morning and evening. Sometimes, half the battle is just getting your kids to brush their teeth … Continue reading →

If you’ve ever had a dental implant, or many other types of surgery, bone grafts are often necessary. One problem with bone grafts is that the bone must be taken from another part of the body. This can weaken the … Continue reading →

New data shows that the virus that causes COVID-19 can infect cells in the mouth. SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, is famously known to infect the upper airways and lungs. These are the primary sites of the viral infection, … Continue reading →

The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic changed life vastly for many Americans. Many lost their jobs, many work less or are on unemployment. Some people have gone through career switches and now work in completely different fields. Almost everyone has at least … Continue reading →

The past is notoriously hard to parse. Fortunately, new dental records are helping us learn about the milk drinking done by early Africans History is written by the winners, but what about prehistory? We don’t know all that much about … Continue reading →

How nanotechnology and new advancements are helping to eliminate only the bacteria that cause tooth decay. So you brush your teeth, floss, and once a day use mouthwash. That’s a pretty good regiment, but it could be improved. One of … Continue reading →