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 …
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Current Research on Fluoride Toxicity: 70+ Scientific Studies
This is a current list of every study we’ve found on fluoride toxicity to the brain. We created this to be a resource …
Bad Breath: What causes it and how do you cure it?
Bad breath isn't just unpleasant; it could also be a red flag for something more serious. Here are the basics of what …
Current Research on Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste Efficacy and Safety
Last Updated February 2023 This is a current list of every study we’ve found on the safety and efficacy of …
How Deep Is The Connection Between Gum Disease And COVID-19 Complications?
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology came up with an interesting fact that there is a strong …
Healing Craze Lines and Fractures with Hydroxyapatite
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 …
COVID-19 Vaccine: My Take as a “Holistic” Healthcare Practitioner
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dr. Mark Burhenne (@askthedentist) “How could you advocate for …
Saliva: Functions and Benefits for Oral Health
Saliva is one of the most neglected factors in your oral and overall health. The normal secretion of saliva is also …
Photodisinfection Is Revolutionizing Gum Disease Treatment
The use of light-activated therapies in medical treatment has grown in popularity for decades. Today, a specific …
Tonsil Stones: Symptoms, Causes, and How to Remove
What are tonsil stones? Tonsil stones (aka tonsil calculi or tonsilloliths) are yellowish or white calcifications that …
Gum & Tooth Abscess Home Remedies: What Works & What Doesn’t
A dental abscess can cause excruciating tooth pain. While your dentist is the only one who can fix an abscess, several …
11 Home Toothache Remedies: Evidence-Based Relief That Works
Toothache pain can be a minor annoyance to a major disruption of life. While your dentist is the only one who can …
Cold Sores: Pictures, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Cold sores, or “fever blisters”, are painful blisters that form on the face, usually near the lips. They’re caused …
Dental Sealants: What are they, are they safe, and do they work?
What are dental sealants? Dental sealants are thin, plastic coatings that seal over the narrow grooves found on the …
Dental Cavitations: Definition, Facts, & Myths
Have you heard of dental cavitations? They can be big problems in your jawbone, but you may never know you have one. …
Bacteria, Mitochondria, & Periodontal Disease
Being a periodontist who wants to tell a story, I’ll get into mitochondria’s influence on periodontal disease. Do you …
Leaky Gut, Periodontal Disease, & Chronic Disease
Leaky gut, periodontal disease, and chronic disease are important stuff… but not very exciting topics. Whatever I can do …
Smoking, Teeth, & Gums: 8 Hazards + Best Quitting Strategies
You have heard it from your family, friends, and spouses — you need to quit smoking. From the people closest to you to …
How Gut, Periodontal Disease & Rheumatoid Arthritis Are Linked
What if I told you that your gums could indicate the health of your immune system? Well, it’s true — and in the …
10 Treatments for Cracked/Chipped Teeth
Ever had a dream of chipping, cracking, or losing a tooth? You’re not alone; this is one of the most common scary dreams …
Oral Cancer: Diagnosis, Stages, Treatments, Prevention & More
Understanding and preventing cancer has become a top priority in the health world. Oral cancer is no exception to this …
What Burning Mouth Might Mean For Your Gut Health
When was the last time you spoke to your dentist about your gut health? If the answer is never, don’t worry. It’s …
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 …
Gum Disease: Stages, Prevention, and Treatment
From a simple case of bleeding gums to painful gum recession, gum disease is a problem that you need to deal with as …