The ultimate objective of maintaining good oral health is keeping the protective outer surface of your teeth in good working order. Tooth enamel is said to be the strongest element in the body but you do have to take care of it or it will deteriorate over time due to normal wear and tear. Your [...]

Many feel that a healthy swish of fresh tasting mouthwash is just the thing to top off their daily routine of oral care and get them started on the day. Others don’t feel the need and some of us go so far as to claim that mouthwash is bad for our gums and teeth. The [...]

Even though the word “bacteria†denotes disease, not all strains are harmful. In fact, a lot of the bacteria that exist in our mouths is actually beneficial, but we do have to be diligent in sticking to a regimen of good oral health habits if we want to succeed in fighting off that bacteria that [...]

There’s no reason to put off seeing your dentist if you sense that something has changed in your mouth. A sore that doesn’t seem to be healing, an increased response to hot or cold sensations or any bleeding when you brush your teeth could indicate that something is wrong. You should have it checked out [...]