Dry Mouth: why is it happening and what can you do? There are many parts of our body and its vast array of interconnected functions that we often take for granted. We don’t often stop to consider how incredible it is that our heart beats, that our lungs pump, that our system digests, and that [...]
What Your Tongue Can Tell You About Your Health When is the last time you really thought about your tongue? Many people would be hard-pressed to come up with the answer. But our tongues are an incredibly important part of our anatomy – allowing us to eat, taste, speak, and breathe. Tongues are also an [...]
How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush? We all know that the humble toothbrush is not built to last forever. But how often should you replace it? The answer will vary slightly on the type of toothbrush you have (electric or manual), the strength of the bristles (soft or hard), and the material it’s made [...]
What Does Sugar Do To Teeth? Everyone has heard the line that sugar rots your teeth. It could very well be one of the first lessons drilled into your mind when you were child! But is it really true? Does sugar really affect your teeth, or is this something parents say to scare their children [...]
Why Are Regular Dental Cleanings Important? Oral health is an important part of overall physical well-being. And part of that health care consists of dental cleanings. We sometimes get asked if teeth cleanings are really that necessary. Some people feel like they are constantly coming to the dentist (even though it’s really only twice a [...]
