A healthy smile relies on good daily care for your teeth and gums. Bacteria in your mouth can cause tooth decay and gum disease, so you need to brush and clean between your teeth every day to keep bacteria under control. Toothbrushing Your teeth are coated with a biofilm called […]
Only a handful of self-administered interventions provide additional protection against gingivitis and periodontitis – Dental Care At the moment, all other dental care interventions are only supported by insufficient evidence, says Frank Scannapieco, DMD, PhD, principal investigator and chair and professor of oral biology in the UB School of Dental […]
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, may be caused by a number of factors. We all know that pungent foods such as onions or garlic can cause less-than-fresh breath, but dry mouth, periodontal disease and tobacco use can also contribute. Bad breath can also be caused by bacteria that feed […]