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 …
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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 …
Vitamin K2 Benefits for Dental Health
Though overshadowed by calcium and d3, vitamin k2 is a critical nutrient for oral and dental health. found primarily in …
The Best All-Natural Teething Remedies
When teething is making your baby fussy, cranky, and unwilling to nap or feed, your goal as a parent is to provide …
Goby, Boka, or Quip? A Dentist Reviews and Compares
Buying direct online is one of the most popular ways to shop—and your next toothbrush is no exception. By …
Goby Toothbrush Review by The Dentist [Plus Discount Code]
After extensive personal use, I believe that the Goby toothbrush is one of the best electric toothbrushes on the market. …
Boka Toothbrush Review
A good toothbrush is an important part of any effective dental hygiene routine. And while I am a firm believer that …
Teething 101: How to Tell When Your Baby is Teething and What to Do Next
If you’re a parent, you probably know that teething can be uncomfortable—for you and baby. But knowing what …
Fluoride in Water & Toothpaste: Uses, Dangers & Side Effects [2020 Update]
Fluoride has always been a controversial topic in the world of dentistry, and as a dentist, I’m going to make a bold …
7 Questions to Ask Before Agreeing to Any Dental Procedure
If you’re like most people, visiting the dentist is probably close to the bottom of your favorite things list. All of …
Dr. B’s Microbiome Omelet
We often hear about the gut and brain connection, but we tend to forget that the microbiota of the human …
Tooth Decay in Kids: Causes and Prevention
Your kids' dental visits can be enjoyable and cavity-free. In this article highlights the common causes of cavities in …
Microbiome Coconut Oil Pulling Chews
Have you been meaning to try oil pulling, but it just seems too messy? Whether you already enjoy oil pulling or would …
5 Ways Turmeric Benefits Oral Health
You know turmeric as an inflammation-fighting superfood that can improve symptoms of arthritis, improve digestion, and …
Is your snoring caused by sleep apnea? Snoring Dangers & Home Remedies
According to the National Sleep Foundation, around 90 million Americans snore. And while it may seem like little more …
Remineralizing Mouth Rinse: Easy DIY Recipe
Modern dental care has taught people that the only way to treat cavities is to fill them. But there are other options. …
A Dentist’s Homemade Teething Remedy: Gum-Soothing Popsicles
If you’re a parent with a young child, you know that teething is one of the most challenging and uncomfortable …
5-Minute Paleo Tuna Salad
My nephew Neal created this tuna salad recipe and, man, have I been hooked (ha!) ever since! Neal is one of those people …