Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the four last teeth to develop in the mouth. Many people associate wisdom teeth with surgery, which has become its own sort of rite-of-passage for many young adults. However, not all wisdom teeth need to be removed. When Do Wisdom Teeth Come In? […]
Many adults grew up with “silver” fillings when they had a cavity. Although these fillings are still an option, there are now other choices, such as tooth-colored fillings and materials that release fluoride to help protect your teeth from developing new cavities. Each of these choices has its pros and […]
Visiting a dentist for a professional teeth whitening treatment isn’t always in the cards — sometimes it doesn’t fit within your busy schedule or budget. But there are plenty of at-home alternatives to choose from, including two products from Colgate Optic White that just launched: a LED whitening kit that’s powered by your […]
My daughter needs to get her crowded teeth straightened out. What would be the best age to have her start out on her smile correction journey? This is a question that is a bit difficult to answer without a checkup because there are just too many variables. Regardless I will […]
Switching up our daily habits can be challenging. Especially if we’ve been doing something a certain way for years. For instance, there’s advice that you shouldn’t rinse your teeth with water after brushing. And now another new dental hygiene tip that’s circulating across TikTok says you should floss your teeth before you brush […]
Brush your teeth is something we all should do twice every single day. Or least should be doing. But, according to experts, many of us have actually been doing it completely wrong. With more people than ever skipping their routine dental checkups over the past few years due to COVID, it […]
Tooth decay (dental caries) is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases in the United States. The good news is there are ways to prevent it. Even the tiniest teeth can decay. There are habits you can start now to keep your baby’s teeth healthy. And when that first […]
Straight teeth improve your smile, which boosts your confidence and enhances your quality of life. Studies highlight that people associate straight teeth with happiness, health, and higher intellect. Let’s read about the benefits of having perfectly aligned teeth. The benefits of straight teeth A set of straight teeth can help […]
On top of their other health hazards, electronic cigarettes may help rot your teeth, a new study suggests. Vaping appears to promote cavities, which can result in tooth loss if not treated quickly, experts say. “If you are vaping, be aware that there are potentially some detrimental oral health effects,” […]
Getting your teeth cleaned professionally feels like a dental health reset. Your teeth get scrubbed, scraped, and polished to perfection. Whether they stay that way is up to you. What happens at home can be very different from what happens at the dentist’s office. But don’t grit your teeth over […]