What Are Mandibular Tori?
Have you ever noticed bony growths on the floor of your mouth, just beneath your tongue? If so, you may be experiencing …
I’m on a mission to empower people everywhere with the same evidence-based, easy-to-understand dental health advice that my patients get. You can read my story here. I have been a dentist in private practice for 35 years. I graduated from the Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, CA in 1987 and am a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), Academy of General Dentistry (Chicago, IL), American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH), and Dental Board of California.
Have you ever noticed bony growths on the floor of your mouth, just beneath your tongue? If so, you may be experiencing …
There’s a lot of misinformation circulating on the internet about the use of glycerin in toothpaste. Some claim …
This is a current list of every study we’ve found on fluoride toxicity to the brain. We created this to be a resource …
I’d like to start by saying there is no perfectly safe way to whiten your teeth. But having said that, there are …
Not all teeth whitening methods are safe or even effective. In this article, I'll discuss what I believe to be the best …
Bad breath isn't just unpleasant; it could also be a red flag for something more serious. Here are the basics of what …
How much does the tooth fairy pay these days? We decided to run a tooth fairy poll of over 1,700 parents in the United …
Last Updated January 2022 This is a current list of every study we’ve found on the safety and efficacy of …
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology came up with an interesting fact that there is a strong …
Cracked teeth are the third most common reason for tooth loss.1 But when it comes to your teeth, a crack is not just a …
Retainers are appliances you should wear once you remove your braces. They are either permanent or removable. A …
Dentists have recommended fluoride toothpaste for stronger cavity-resistant teeth for decades.1 It is still considered …
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Mark Burhenne (@askthedentist) “How could you advocate for …
Probiotics are microorganisms (mainly bacteria) that provide benefits to humans – from the prevention of bad breath and …
What matters when choosing a brush The things I look for, in order of importance: How Important is the ADA Seal? The ADA …
A new study, conducted by a team at the University of Buffalo, reports that a bacterium called Veillonella parvula plays …
Many health-related articles and websites point to having a healthy gut microbiome as the key to living an overall …
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Dental decay is one of the most common oral problems affecting children across the globe. Untreated decay can lead to …
Brush, floss, mouthwash, and go to the dentist. That’s what we’re often told is the “key” to oral health. If you want …
Saliva is one of the most neglected factors in your oral and overall health. The normal secretion of saliva is also …
You don’t need fluoride in your toothpaste, or in your water, or in your mouthwash. Yes, fluoride helps fight cavities …
Mercury fillings are used to fill cavities. They are made up of various metals, but typically contain 50% mercury by …
One of the worst mistakes ever made in healthcare was the separation of “medicine” and “dentistry”. Fortunately, …