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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
Prevent + Get Rid of Cavities Naturally: 7 Tips from The Dentist
According to traditional dentistry, there’s only one way to address a cavity: drill and fill. The truth, however, is …
Foods to Eat—And Foods to Avoid—to Heal Cavities Naturally
As a dentist, I am a strong believer in equipping my patients with the necessary tools and information to treat …
What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Most parents strive to raise health-savvy kids, and teaching good oral and dental health is definitely part of that. …
How to Get Rid of a Cold Sore: Home Remedies, Medications & More
Cold sores, also known as fever blisters, last for about two weeks and then clear up on their own. However, treating …
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 …
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 …
Bleeding Gums: What It Means and When to See Your Dentist
Seeing blood in your sink after you brush your teeth can be alarming, but there’s no need to panic. You may be able to …
The #1 Most Common Type of Tooth Pain
Video Transcript Hi, Dr. B here of AsktheDentist.com. What is the most common type of tooth pain? It’s a good …
How to Stop a Toothache [Causes, Home Remedies, and More]
A toothache is pain in or around a tooth usually caused by cavities, a fracture, or gum disease. Many — but not all — of …
Cold Sores vs. Canker Sores: Why You Should Know the Difference
If you get canker sores (or are they cold sores?) you know how good it feels to get relief. Learn the difference and the …
Interview: Why We Shouldn’t Ignore the Oral Microbiome
Contrary to what you’ve been told, the goal is not to kill, kill, kill all the germs in your mouth. Some bugs promote …
16 Simple Suggestions for a Healthier Mouth & Body This Year
You might not have thought of dental health when resolving to eat better, sleep more, or lose weight, but surprising as …
3 Things to Do to Prevent Candida in the Mouth
After suffering from chronic illness for over a decade, I learned that candida was a huge cause of my medical issues. …
4 Steps to Cure Candida in the Mouth
Today, I’m proud to have Amie Valpone share her advice and experience with a very important and often forgotten health …
Why does my child have two rows of teeth? What to Do About Hyperdontia
Having two rows of teeth as a child can be very common. But when should you take him or her in to see the dentist?