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If you think your baby’s toothless smile is cute, just wait until their first few teeth make an appearance. Read more from mouthhealthy.org

In addition to brushing and flossing, a healthful diet (with natural or added fluoride) protects teeth from decay and keeps the gums healthy. Read on to discover how to keep your smile safe and strong. Read more information from Readers Digest

If I could go back and change any of the major decisions I’ve made in my life, the first thing I would do is wear my retainer every single night. That, and go abroad junior year of college instead of staying at school to be with my boyfriend who ended up cheating on me. But […]

According to the American Dental Association (ADA), an athlete is 60 times more likely to suffer damage to the teeth if they are not wearing a mouth guard.  Braces or not, mouth guards are one of easiest ways to prevent dental injuries. Click here to read more information from SISU

When it comes to your mouth’s health, it’s not all about how straight your teeth are or how bright your smile is. You can’t forget about your gums! Even if you’re cavity-free and have the pearliest chompers in town, that doesn’t mean you’re immune to gum disease. Since it’s usually painless, most people have no […]

Holy Halitosis! For some people, bad breath (halitosis) can be an embarrassing problem that makes social interaction a real nightmare. Understanding that bad breath does not necessarily mean bad oral hygiene is an important first step, but let’s take a look at four possible causes I like to call the 5 T’s. Click here for […]

The reasons for braces and orthodontic treatment vary from patient to patient. Approximately 3 million American and Canadian teens have braces, with the number of adults beginning orthodontic treatment rising at a steady rate. Your dentist will typically be the first person to mention orthodontic treatment, and will likely send you or your loved one […]

Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you. A healthy smile isn’t always achieved overnight, but takes a variety of methods to help create and maintain. Here are 10 easy things you can do to help improve the appearance and health of your teeth. Click here for more information from […]

Orthodontic braces on your teeth are worth the effort in order to get straightened teeth, but the discomfort that you will likely experience from the braces can be discouraging and uncomfortable. This discomfort is most likely associated with your body responding to the pressure on your teeth, and it can vary depending on your age, […]

In the past, losing teeth and getting dentures was considered an almost-inevitable part of aging. Those days are over. Intact teeth, healthy gums and pain-free smiles are what older adults should expect as they maintain good oral hygiene and get regular dental care. Click here to learn more information from usnews.com