Research & Education Articles

Compared to crunching hard pretzels or chewing on a tough steak, biting your nails might not seem like abuse, but it can actually do quite a bit of damage to […]

Kombucha is a health drink that is trending in popularity and is now sold at many coffee shops and similar establishments. The drink hails from the East and is created […]

A study published in Circulation—an American Heart Association journal—found that gum disease puts a person at 50 percent greater risk of a heart attack. Consider also that in 2012, the […]

As COVID-19 data has accumulated, a relationship between the virus and a number of other medical conditions has been revealed. One recent study found a correlation between gum disease and […]

There are hundreds of different bacteria that can live in the human mouth. Some of these bacteria are quite beneficial to digestion, your immune system, and other aspects of your […]

There is a connection between your oral health and your systemic health. That means that routine oral care not only helps protect your smile, but it is important to good […]

Preventing cavities starts with brushing and flossing on a consistent basis, but those activities alone may not be enough to thwart tooth decay. The foods you eat and beverages you […]

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you brush, floss, rinse, and visit your dentist on a regular basis. These steps are key to eliminating the plaque that can lead […]

Oral health has been called a window to overall wellness. Many health problems manifest oral symptoms, and gum disease is correlated to a broad range of health complications, including diabetes, […]

Gum disease has long been linked to a wide range of health problems, including diabetes, heart attacks, preterm births, and kidney disease. This connection is important to understand as the […]

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease and often manifests symptoms that are easy to overlook: bad breath, redness, minor swelling, light bleeding, and gum recession that may be […]

Mouthwash is not a modern invention. Humans have been freshening their breath with oral rinses for ages, and some of the earliest written recipes for mouthwash date back to 2700 […]

You achieve good oral health by brushing and flossing twice a day and visiting your dentist twice a year. However, your diet sets the foundation for your oral health, and […]

What you put in your body can have a dramatic impact on your overall health, and that goes for your oral health as well. Eating foods with simple carbohydrates helps […]

Bright white smiles improve your appearance, instill you with confidence, and help you make great first impressions. Surveys have shown that whiter smiles influence how people perceive us, and many […]

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommendation is that you brush your teeth twice a day and floss once daily. Most people adhere to the brushing advice, but flossing can seem […]