It’s All Greek (& Latin) to Me
Like much of the English language, a decent chunk of dental terminology as we know it originates from Greek or Latin. Words like “endodontics” & “orthodontics” share the Greek word “odont,”…
Your oral health can change the shape of your jaw
Maintaining proper oral health can do a lot more than keep your teeth white. In fact, the effects of good or bad hygiene habits goes a lot deeper than the surface.
The Impact of Instruments on Teeth
Picking up a new instrument can be an enriching experience as you learn to express your feelings through music. One of the most challenging aspects can be how to literally play it, often using the…
Get to Know the Signs of Healthy Gums
It’s easy to understand that keeping our gums, the tissue surrounding the roots of our teeth, healthy is important. But it can be less obvious on how to monitor that health. Your gum health is not…
To Sleep or Not to Sleep—That May Actually Be a Dental Question!
Ever woken up in the middle of the night unable to breathe freely? Or with jaw pain? Sleep quality & oral health are actually more closely linked than you may think.
What the Real-Life Nutcracker Tells Us About Our Teeth
As omnivores, humans have an incredibly broad diet that allows us to eat all kinds of foods. Nuts, in particular, helped form our bite to be able to withstand great forces, strengthening our teeth…
How to Prevent Sensitive Teeth
Sensitive teeth can be bothersome, even painful. The good news is that many sensitivities are caused by lifestyle habits that can be changed.
Added Benefits of Mouthwash
Mouthwash can be a great supplement to brushing & flossing as it helps prevent buildup of harmful plaque. But it can also have added benefits for your oral health when used properly.
Mouthwash: The Finishing Touch of Your Hygiene Routine
Mouthwash is an oral rinse that is a common & recommended supplement to one’s oral health routine. It is typically used after brushing & flossing, but it is notably not an alternative to…
Take Rinsing With a Grain of Salt
Many of us probably rinse our mouths out with salt water at times because we’ve been told to by a caretaker in our youth. You might not even stop to think of why. But there’s real science behind this…