Who hasn’t panicked looking for a gum or mint before heading into an afternoon meeting? Or kept your distance from a friend during a dinner party? Bad breath, or halitosis, can get in the way of your social life and can make you self-conscious. Luckily, there...
Tooth sensitivity is tooth discomfort triggered by hot, cold, sweet or sour foods and drinks or cold air. The pain is sharp, sudden and can shoot into the nerve endings of your teeth. Tooth sensitivity occurs when the underlying layer of your teeth, called the dentin,...
It is important to stay on top of your oral care, but sometimes your daily activities can become a “bad habit” for your mouth. Listed below are 15 “bad habits” that can cause problems with your oral health: Chewing on Ice It’s natural and sugar...
Bad breath begins with what you put in your mouth. Is it your morning coffee? or a spicy indian lunch? These might taste great, but leave a lasting effect on your breath. Listed below are a few causes of bad breath: The food you eat Items like onions, garlic, spicy...
Cavities or tooth decay occur when plaque, the sticky substance that forms on teeth and around your gums combines with sugars or starches from the foods we eat. The acid from this combination will attack tooth enamel. But, tooth decay is easy to prevent. Here is a...