DIY Matcha Green Tea Mouthwash to Beat Bad Breath, Gingivitis, and Cavities
When you think of mouthwash, “green tea” might not be the first thing that comes to mind…but maybe it should be. …
Can gingivitis cause Alzheimer’s disease? (2023 Update)
Understanding the development of Alzheimer’s disease is a hot topic in today’s health discourse. Science advances have …
Tooth Extraction: Procedure, Cost, Aftercare & Recovery Time
Tooth extraction is a dental procedure in which a tooth is pulled out of the socket in the bone where it rests. …
How to Find a Good Dentist: 7 Tips + 10 FAQs
Overwhelmed by your pick of dentists? Want to make sure you know how to find a good dentist? I’m confident you will have …
How Bulimia Affects The Teeth + How to Find Hope
Struggling with bulimia can cause painful, and sometimes irreversible, damage to the teeth and mouth. But to fix the …
No dental insurance? Here’s what to do.
Many Americans have no dental insurance and are shocked after seeing the sticker price of a procedure. Have you been …
All About Amalgam Fillings: Are they safe? Should you have them removed?
Should I be concerned about my dental amalgam (silver) fillings? How do I know if I’m suffering from mercury toxicity? …
How to Avoid the Opioid Epidemic (for Dentists, Patients, and Families)
You may have heard of the “opioid epidemic” rumbling through our nation, but what does that term mean? If you’re …
Best Sleep Apps + Wearable Sleep Trackers
Want to track your sleep at home? The best sleep apps (with or without wearable sleep technology) can give you a picture …
Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): Types, Causes, and Treatments
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is a sleep-related movement disorder that involves clenching jaw muscles together …
8 Reasons Your Teeth and Body Love Matcha Green Tea
I’ve said it over and over again—I am a huge fan of high-quality teas like matcha. I travel everywhere with these tea …
The MTHFR Mutation and Dental Health
If you thought MTHFR looked like an abbreviation for a dirty word…you could be right (at least according to people who …
When You Need a Dental Filling + What to Expect
For a small-to-medium cavity that needs dental attention, your dentist may recommend a dental filling. This virtually …
Root Cause Movie Review: Are Root Canals Killing Us?
Recently, major dental organizations created an uproar about the Root Cause movie. The American Association of …
Surprising Anti-Aging Tips: Breathe Through Your Nose (And Here’s How)
On the list of potent anti-aging tips, you might not immediately think about nose breathing. But when you have more …
Pick the Best Toothpaste for Your Baby: 5 Non-Toxic Options
As if brushing your baby’s teeth isn’t hard enough, there’s a myriad of baby and toddler toothpastes to choose from. But …
Fluoride and IQ: Does prenatal exposure to fluoride lower IQ?
One of the controversial topics every parent has to contend with is fluoride intake. And with new research bringing up …
Is Your Floss Toxic? How to Find and Use Safe Dental Floss
Flossing is too important to skip—and safe dental floss can make you feel even better about your habit. In this article, …
Boost Your Nutrition With These 6 Supplements to Heal Cavities
Your body is designed to naturally repair any damage, including in the mouth—as long as it has the proper nutrients to …
Is phytic acid good or bad for teeth? Plus 30+ Phytic Acid Foods
This nutrient might help you avoid some disease but might lead to getting more cavities. Let’s look at what phytic acid …
CBD Oil Benefits for Better Dental & Overall Health
Are you afraid to go to the dentist? You’re not alone. One out of every four people has dental anxiety. Dental phobia is …
Dry Mouth: Consequences, Causes, and Treatments
Whether you recently tried a new mouthwash that is high in alcohol content, just ate a sleeve of saltine crackers, or …
Functional Dentistry: Everything You Need to Know
Despite spending more than $3 trillion on healthcare, the United States still loses nearly one million people to …
Vitamin K2 Foods: Top Choices for Healthy Teeth
Maintaining healthy, cavity-free teeth requires a careful balancing act of several factors. You must use proper brushing …