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Should I try Oil-Pulling? What Is It?

Oil-pulling has become increasingly popular as homeopathic remedies are becoming more prevalent. While this trend is growing, it is certainly not a new exercise. The practice of oil-pulling dates back over three thousand years ago to India with the practice of Ayurveda medicine. “Ayurveda” brings together the Sanskrit words ayur (life) and veda (knowledge or science). Practiced in India, Should I try Oil-Pulling? What Is It?

8 Reasons You Need Invisalign Right Now

Why get Invisalign? Straightening the teeth has a lot of benefits besides cosmetics. The straighter the teeth are, the healthier the mouth is. This is true for young patients as well as adults. In the past, traditional metal bracket braces were needed to straighten teeth. Now dentists are very successful in treating patients with clear aligner therapy to 8 Reasons You Need Invisalign Right Now

The Heart and Mouth Connection – What you Need to Know about Heart Disease and Gum Disease

There is a connection between the heart and the mouth that many people are unaware of. There has been a lot of research investigating this connection and it has shown that people with gum disease (periodontal disease) are more likely to have heart disease. The American Academy of General Dentistry published a report showing that The Heart and Mouth Connection – What you Need to Know about Heart Disease and Gum Disease

7 Types of Cosmetic Dentistry

7 Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Cosmetic dentistry is getting more popular than ever. This article will detail the different types available today and when they are indicated. It is important to know that while the American Dental Association does not classify cosmetic dentistry as a specialty of training, cosmetic dentists spend thousands of hours training 7 Types of Cosmetic Dentistry

Right VS. Wrong Brushing

Right VS. Wrong Brushing Improper brushing is more common than most would think.  Brushing your teeth may sound like a simple task, but doing so improperly could lead into problems regarding your oral health.    Your mouth has more germs in it than the number of people on this planet.  “A common misunderstanding is that just Right VS. Wrong Brushing

Everything You Need To Know About Bruxism (Grinding/Clenching Your Teeth)

Bruxism is a medical term that describes the act of grinding the teeth and clenching the jaw. Sometimes, people grind their teeth without it causing any symptoms or problems. However, regular and persistent teeth grinding can cause pain and discomfort in your jaw and it can wear down your teeth. Teeth grinding can also cause headaches and earache. Everything You Need To Know About Bruxism (Grinding/Clenching Your Teeth)

ARE YOUR TEETH THE WRONG SIZE?

When someone’s teeth don’t fit their face, it’s hard not to notice. Consider the actress and singer Hilary Duff, who is often more talked about for having her horsey veneers shortened than for her celebrity status. Poorly fitted dentures or veneers are often the culprit behind the wrong size teeth. It’s hard to believe that celebrities exhibit ARE YOUR TEETH THE WRONG SIZE?