Similar to hydrogen peroxide, baking soda is used for a multitude of things. You’ve probably seen tips and tricks for using baking soda around the house for cleaning purposes and odor removal, but it is also used as a home remedy for teeth whitening. We decided to examine exactly how baking soda is used for teeth whitening and whether or ...

  Over the last several years, charcoal-based cosmetic products have stormed the market ranging from face masks and supplements to toothpaste for its teeth whitening benefits. Now, you can find a tube of charcoal whitening toothpaste for a couple of dollars at the local drugstore. But just how beneficial is charcoal toothpaste? And are there any side effects to using ...

Did you know that our mouths are home to over 300 different types of bacteria? Are you surprised? Well, this is actually the normal amount found in the average person’s mouth, even though it sounds excessive. Thankfully, though, only a tiny percentage of these bacteria are able to cause disease, including gum disease, plaque and gingivitis. What Is Gum Disease ...

We all want a brighter, whiter smile but can we achieve this at home without using the harsh, chemically-driven products that need to be left on for an extended time, usually overnight? Yes, it is possible with the addition of specifically formulated mouthwashes that contain a combination of effective ingredients to help whiten the teeth in conjunction with brushing and ...

Oral health is closely linked with the health of the rest of your body. For example, did you know that an excess build-up of plaque in the mouth over an extended period of time not only can lead to tooth decay, but it could also lead to heart disease according to some of the recent news? It has even been ...

A permanent crown, also known as a dental cap, is a type of dental treatment that completely caps over a tooth or a dental implant and is a form of restorative treatment. A dental crown is required when the tooth either broke, decayed, or became damaged some other way. A permanent crown is also used to make the overall appearance ...

With countless different types of mouthwash available on the shelves today, it is not surprising that people often get confused when trying to decide on the one that is right for them. How does one choose from bottle after bottle of mouthwash for chronic bad breath? They all say that they make the breath fresher, but which one actually works ...

If you had to choose between getting a dental implant or a bridge, which one do you think you would go for? When it comes to replacing missing teeth, patients often have these two options from which to choose. Unfortunately, most people do not have the information they need to make the right choice between dental implants versus bridges. While ...

A dental crown, also commonly known as a cap, is a type of dental restoration that is often used to cover heavily damaged or decayed teeth. Sometimes they are also used for dental implants as well as on teeth that act as an anchor for a bridge. Typically, crowns are cemented over the top of the damaged or decayed tooth ...

Dental X-rays can cost a lot of money or not a lot of money. This just depends on a few factors like your location, the dentist, and the type of X-ray you need. With this sometimes high cost in mind, is it worth it to even get a dental X-ray? The answer is it depends on a lot of different ...