Hi Folks, Dr. Greg here from Dentably Magazine. Now normally I’m not very inclined to promote candy because of what it does to your teeth! But for one day a year, I look the other way and tell people to have at it and get their candy fix on, and that day is Halloween! This year we’ve put together a ...

Are you looking for this article in English? En su reporte del 2016, la Asociación de Alzheimer encontró que la asombrosa cantidad de 5.4 millones de estadounidenses padecen de la Enfermedad de Alzheimer u Otros Trastornos Similares (ADRD por sus siglas en inglés). Se calcula que este número aumentará exponencialmente a 16 millones para el 2050, lo que hace de ...

Looking for a brief summary of our study? We’ve analyzed the various options for at home orthodontics, at the end of our analysis we recommend Smile Direct Club as the number 1 choice. Read on for the full details. A beautiful smile is a great way to make a first impression, so it’s no wonder that a healthy set of ...

While orthodontics or dental braces are a wonderful and effective way to fix crooked teeth or a misaligned jaw, they are not without their side effects. One of the most common, although often a temporary side effect of wearing braces is getting swollen gums. In many cases, this swelling only occurs shortly after getting your braces or maybe having them ...

Mouthguards are a protective device used in the mouth to cover the teeth and gums to prevent and reduce injury to the teeth, arches, lips, and gums. For the millions of people around the world who may recently have had braces installed, staying active is easier said than done. Most times, braces end up causing serious injuries when sports or ...

Diastema is the medical term for a gap or space between the teeth. These gaps could be found anywhere within the mouth, but they are commonly found within the two front teeth.  This condition affects both adults and children, but with children, the gaps are more likely to simply close up as soon as permanent teeth set in. According to ...

Do you, or someone you know, find that your breath often smells like mothballs? If so, then you might be dealing with Mothball Breath. Mothball breath is named that because your breath will have a musty, benzene-like smell to it that is often related to mothballs. You might not notice the mothball smell right away or it may arise slowly ...

Bulimia Nervosa, also known as Bulimia is an eating disorder where people consume massive amounts of food and then they purge (throw up) quickly or stimulate purge like symptoms through laxative use or partaking in exercises designed to rid themselves of all the extra calories they may have consumed quickly. Never ending cycles of eating massive amounts of food and ...

Taking care of your gums and teeth are vital for your overall health. Poor oral health can affect diabetes patients, pregnant women, and a person’s cardiovascular health. It can also lead to the loss of teeth. Bone loss around the teeth can cause shifting where your teeth sit and impact chewing. It can also create abscesses, cause infections, and lower ...

Taking care of your teeth is a daily routine that should not be skipped. The mouth is home to hundreds of bacteria, and some can become harmful if not properly removed through everyday brushing and flossing. Sometimes regular toothpaste does not perform well for those with a build-up of plaque, cavities, or gum disease. A prescription toothpaste is a more ...