Dentistry

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Exploring Green Tea's Potential in Supporting Oral Health for Cancer Patients

A 2021 study has revealed a surprising link between use of green tea mouthwash and improvement in oral health for oral cancer patients....

Spitting Facts About the Importance of Saliva

Jo Gubatan

Dec 143 min read

Spitting Facts About the Importance of Saliva

Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common side effect for all forms of healthcare treatment. There are many medications that affect the...

Shahana Aktar

Nov 202 min read

Overview of Periodontal Disease

All you need to know about gingivitis and periodontitis Periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease, is a widespread oral...

Understanding Dental Anesthesia - Types, Risks, Recovery, etc.

Gabriella C.

Nov 174 min read

Understanding Dental Anesthesia - Types, Risks, Recovery, etc.

10%-30% of people have anxiety and concerns about pain with dental procedures. Dental anxiety can delay getting treatment and that can...

Best Defense Against Early Tooth Decay - Understanding the Importance of Fluoride

Gabriella C.

Nov 175 min read

Best Defense Against Early Tooth Decay - Understanding the Importance of Fluoride

Every day, your enamel (the protective outer layer of your tooth) gains and loses minerals. You lose minerals when acids, formed from...

"It's What's On The Inside That Counts!" - Understanding Dental X-Rays

Gabriella C.

Nov 179 min read

"It's What's On The Inside That Counts!" - Understanding Dental X-Rays

Dental X-rays (radiographs) are internal images of your teeth and jaws. Dentists use X-rays to examine structures they can’t see...

Classic vs. Modern - Understanding the Advantages and Disadvantages of Manual and Electric Toothbrushes

Gabriella C.

Nov 173 min read

Classic vs. Modern - Understanding the Advantages and Disadvantages of Manual and Electric Toothbrushes

Brushing your teeth is essential to good oral care and disease prevention. According to the American Dental Association (ADA) , both...

Fight Back Against Plaque! - Understanding Plaque and How to Combat It

Gabriella C.

Nov 173 min read

Fight Back Against Plaque! - Understanding Plaque and How to Combat It

Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on your teeth . It’s normal to produce plaque, but if you don’t remove...

The "Smartest" Type of Tooth - Understanding Wisdom Teeth and Their Removal

Gabriella C.

Nov 179 min read

The "Smartest" Type of Tooth - Understanding Wisdom Teeth and Their Removal

Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes these teeth ...

A Tube of Mystery: What are the Ingredients in Toothpaste?

Gabriella C.

Nov 172 min read

A Tube of Mystery: What are the Ingredients in Toothpaste?

We use toothpaste every day to brush our teeth, but what actually goes into it to make it effective in cleaning our teeth? Here are the...

Keep Your Teeth In Check! - Understanding the Importance of Retainers

Gabriella C.

Nov 175 min read

Keep Your Teeth In Check! - Understanding the Importance of Retainers

A teeth retainer is a custom-made device you wear in your mouth over your teeth . It helps keep your teeth in their new, correct...

Don't Trust "Veneer Techs"! - What are Veneers?

Gabriella C.

Nov 177 min read

Don't Trust "Veneer Techs"! - What are Veneers?

Veneers have become more popular as people seek titanium white caps to replace their naturally yellow hued teeth, and many people have...

Gabriella C.

Nov 173 min read

Types of Dental Professions

About the different types of dental professions and what they do!

Teeth whitening or Scaling & Polishing: Which is better for Dental Health

Deborah Sabinus-Chinonso

Nov 47 min read

Teeth whitening or Scaling & Polishing: Which is better for Dental Health

Everybody wants cleaner and whiter teeth but our diet doesn't make it easy. The colored fruits, veggies, meat, and snacks certainly don't...

How Often Should You Get a Dental Checkup?

Arohi Bharambe

Oct 302 min read

How Often Should You Get a Dental Checkup?

Oral health is a key factor to your overall well being. To keep your oral health in check, it is suggested to get regular checkups....

The Sore Truth About Canker Sores and How to Treat Them

Jo Gubatan

Oct 143 min read

The Sore Truth About Canker Sores and How to Treat Them

While every part of your body has an important role in keeping you healthy, there’s no denying the importance of your mouth. Not only do...

Tunes and Scents: Hitting the Right Notes to Soothe Dental Anxiety

athulya2999

Aug 233 min read

Tunes and Scents: Hitting the Right Notes to Soothe Dental Anxiety

You step into a dreaded dungeon, where your mortal enemy, the nemesis, works their magic on another victim. Drills and needles are their...

Rachael Ng

Aug 63 min read

Wisdom Teeth: Remove or not?

Introduction The four corners in the very back of your mouth. Two on the top, two on the bottom. Do you feel them? Those are your wisdom...

Why Is Flossing Important? - Understanding the Importance of Flossing for Oral Health

Gabriella C.

Aug 26 min read

Why Is Flossing Important? - Understanding the Importance of Flossing for Oral Health

Regular flossing plays a crucial role in your dental hygiene. When you skip flossing, plaque can build up between your teeth and along...

What to Expect At A Dental Appointment As An Adult - Understanding What Dentists Do During Visits

Gabriella C.

Aug 25 min read

What to Expect At A Dental Appointment As An Adult - Understanding What Dentists Do During Visits

A visit to the dentist doesn't have to be something to dread. Dentists and hygienists want to help, and they'll usually try to make your...