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What Does It Mean to Be a Dental Hygienist?

When you go to the dentist, you interact with a lot of different people in the…


Toothpaste on a toothbrush.

How Sensitive Toothpaste Works

If you’ve noticed your teeth hurt when you eat hot, cold or sweet foods, you…


Woman holding electric and manual toothbrushes.

How to Choose an Electric Toothbrush

We all know that brushing your teeth is essential for good oral hygiene, but…


Young woman choosing between manual and electric toothbrushes.

Is An Electric Toothbrush the Smartest Option?

Technology is constantly changing & it’s easy to get wrapped up in all the…


How Useful Are Floss Holders?

The answer is: it depends on the person. We all know that flossing is important…


Why Does Your Dentist Recommend a Bone Graft?

Conceptually, jawbone grafts are fairly simple. New bone, or bone-like…


Why Snacking Can Hurt Your Teeth

We’re not going to tell you to stop snacking entirely, so you can cross that…


Sports Dentistry, Mouthguards and More!

Sports dentistry is a relatively new field in dentistry, with several slightly…


Not Just the Tooth Fairy: Dental Traditions for Kids

The Tooth Fairy is an important tool to help kids cope with the potentially…


Children Should Develop Good Dental Care Habits Early. Here's Why.

You should value dental hygiene in your children for the same reasons you value…