DIY Kids’ Toothpaste
Like cereal or fruit drinks, toothpastes marketed to children are often found in colorful, fun packaging that masks the …
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2020 Update: Best Kids Electric Toothbrush for Every Age
One of the questions I get asked most often is, should I get my child an electric toothbrush? Short answer: Yes. Long …
When Should My Child First See the Dentist?
One of the most common questions I get from parents is “When should I bring my child in for his/her first dentist …
Hospitals Are Fighting Pneumonia With Brushing and Flossing (And Winning)
Since the discovery of antibiotics, beginning with penicillin in 1928, huge strides have been made in the fight against …
The 12 Best Foods to Eat if You Have Gum Disease
Over half of Americans have some form of gum disease (also called periodontal disease). Fortunately, if you catch your …
Gingivitis: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Gingivitis, or bleeding, inflamed gums, is the first stage of gum disease, usually caused by plaque buildup under the …
Risk Factors, Prevention, and Treatment of Burning Mouth Syndrome
Burning mouth syndrome, also called glossodynia or stomatodynia, can sound mysterious and concerning. While only two …
Spiced Cinnamon Buttered Popcorn
If you’ve ever finished off a tub of popcorn only to spend the next hour picking corn kernels out of your teeth, you …
Poached Pastured Egg Recipe
If you’ve poked around on Ask the Dentist much, you know that I’m a big fan of the paleo diet. And if you’re also a fan …
Warm Smoked Gouda and Spinach Dip
Here are two foodie truths that you must understand: First, there is no better appetizer than a warm, gooey, cheesy …
Essential Oils – The Potentially Unhealthy Ingredient in your “Healthy” Toothpaste
Think swapping toxic chemicals for an essential oils toothpaste is a safe bet? Think again! Your healthy and natural …
The 2 Best Electric Toothbrushes of 2023
“What toothbrush do you recommend?” is probably among the top five most common questions I’m asked on …
From a Board Certified Lactation Consultant: 5 Tips for Breastfeeding Success
Dental health is a rarely reported benefit of breastfeeding. Learn the 5 secrets to breastfeeding success from a Board …
Charcoal Toothpaste: Safety, Teeth Whitening, & Best Brands
Charcoal toothpaste is a popular dental health trend. Many brands claim activated charcoal toothpaste can whiten teeth, …
8 Healthy & Fun Alternatives to Halloween Candy
Halloween is really a scary holiday for dentists — cavities from the massive sugar intake can appear virtually …
Beet and Watermelon Salad
I’m a huge proponent of getting your nutrients from your food instead of using supplements. This recipe …
Nitric Oxide and Oral Health
Should you be taking a nitric oxide supplement? Learn why nitric oxide is critical to dental and overall health, and how …
Tongue Tie (Ankyloglossia): Diagnosis, Symptoms, Surgery, and More
Is a tongue tie, an issue with the frenulum of the tongue, the source of your child’s breastfeeding or speech …
What to Do About Keto Breath From a Low-Carb Diet
Bad breath is a common side effect of weight loss. Find out a dentist's explanation and recommendations for curing this …
Tooth Abscess Symptoms, Remedies, Complications & Prevention
What is a tooth abscess? A tooth abscess is a pus pocket beneath the root of the tooth caused by a bacterial …
Oral Thrush: Home Remedies, Causes, Symptoms & More
Is something strange happening with your taste buds? Got a problem that’s on the tip of your tongue, prompting …
Wisdom Teeth: Pictures, Symptoms, Surgery, & Pain Relief
About 10 million wisdom teeth are extracted from about 5 million patients every year in the United States. Wisdom teeth …
Dentures: Costs, Concerns and Care
Being faced with prospect of living out your years with dentures can be quite daunting, not to mention stressful and …
Can You Trust That Latest Study? 7 Questions to Ask
We’re living in a world where headlines scream at us 24/7. We’re subject to around-the-clock tweets and posts telling us …