Preventing gum disease requires a commitment to an oral hygiene routine. Gum disease forms when the bacteria in plaque builds up between your teeth and your gums. The bacteria will cause inflammation, and the inflammation will cause bone structure to deteriorate… Read More
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Manual Toothbrushes vs. Electric Toothbrushes
Electric toothbrushes were once considered a novelty item, but today there are many different kinds of electric toothbrushes on the market, making them more affordable and more attractive to consumers. So should you go for an electric toothbrush? Or should… Read More
Clean Your Tongue Too! Tongue Scrapers and Oral Health
We talk a lot about the importance of cleaning your teeth and gums in our blog, but it’s just as important to make sure your tongue is clean too. The tongue can harbor bacteria that cause bad breath, and cleaning… Read More
Comparing Oral Health Instruments: Floss vs. Water Pick
Ever wondered whether an electric toothbrush is better than a manual toothbrush? Or which is better at cleaning between your teeth, floss or a water pick? Should you brush your tongue, or use a tongue scraper? We’ve got the answers… Read More
What’s Wrong With My Tongue? Common Tongue Problems
Your tongue is incredibly important to mouth and digestive function—and it’s what allows you to taste all of the delicious food you eat. As such, if you have tongue problems, you should certainly consider asking for help from a dentist…. Read More