What Are Tongue Ties and Lip Ties?
Being “tongue-tied” is a common expression in the English language, but it’s also a real medical condition.
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What Makes Teeth Sensitive?
If you can’t really enjoy ice cream because every bite sends a nasty jolt through your teeth, then you know what it’s like to deal with tooth sensitivity.
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Cold and Flu Season and Oral Health
Coming down with the flu is never any fun, but it’s still no time to let up on your oral hygiene routine.
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Fluoride and Cavity Prevention
If you look at any tube of toothpaste with the American Dental Association’s Seal of Acceptance, you’ll see fluoride listed as the active ingredient.
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Bleeding Gums: Causes and Treatment
Bleeding gums are the most common symptom of gum disease, but that’s not the only thing that can cause this problem.
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The Impact of Diabetes on Teeth and Gums
One of the most common complications of diabetes is gum disease, and that isn’t the only way diabetes is hard on teeth and gums.
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Animal Teeth Olympics
Teeth are our passion, and while we spend most of our time focusing on human teeth, sometimes it’s fun to take a look at the truly amazing teeth of the animal kingdom.
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Gum Recession: Minimizing Your Risks
The expression “getting long in the tooth” refers to gum recession, but this oral health problem isn’t necessarily connected to age.
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What Kind of Toothbrush Is Right for You?
The toothbrush has changed a lot over the last century, and we consider ourselves very lucky that we don’t have to use animal hair as bristles.
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The Ways Medicine Affects Oral Health
Every medication comes with a list of potential side effects.