You are trying to do the right thing. You want to use an oral health product to promote healthy teeth and gums. This may mean you are using products containing essential oils. I want to explain why essential oils may be harmful to oral health. Many people want to steer […]
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How to Disinfect a Toothbrush-Incredibly Easy Ways
Do you know there are more than 100 million bacteria on your toothbrush? Of course you don’t, because if you did, you would never use It! Among these bacteria are Staph and E. coli. That’s right you read that correct. The same kind of bacteria found in poop! Once you […]
What Is Charcoal Toothpaste?-Read Before Using
When you hear about natural alternatives for whitening your teeth, you are sure to learn about charcoal toothpaste. But hold up! As a dental hygienist, I want to inform you of the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to these products. So, what is charcoal toothpaste? I […]
Xylimelts (For Dry Mouth) Help Is On the Way!
Even if dry mouth is only an annoyance for you, it is actually something you should seriously think about treating. We need our saliva for more reasons than you may think. Dry mouth is a common occurrence and if not treated, will lead to other conditions including cavities, gum disease […]
What’s A Proxabrush? (Interdental Brush)
Amazing! You just came from your dentist and this time you DIDN’T get the “you need to floss more” speech! What gives? I am here to tell you as a dental hygienist that flossing is not recommended in the same way it used to be. You now have the option […]
Mouth Guards for Teeth Grinding- What You Need to Know
Teeth grinding is a common problem that not only affects the mouth but your entire body. The medical term for teeth grinding is bruxism. Bruxism, or teeth grinding affects 10 to 15 percent of adults, according to the American Dental Association. The most common way to prevent damage from teeth […]
Children’s Dental Health-Useful Advice for Parents
Dental health is a huge part of overall health. Taking care of your children’s dental health will give them a healthy start in life. A child can suffer serious health problems if their dental disease is not taken care of. This article will discuss useful advice for parents to improve […]
What Does a Healthy Tongue Look Like- 3 Signs to Look For
The tongue is an indication of lots of things you probably have never realized. Our tongue is a muscular organ of the mouth that has more important uses than people think. Most importantly, our tongue is needed for our speech, chewing our food and for taste. You can tell a […]