Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath. Although it is embarrassing, halitosis is common enough. Because it is difficult to smell your own breath halitosis may have been a problem for some time by the time you become aware of it. As you probably know, you can cover it up temporarily with gum or
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What Causes Oral Cancer?
What Causes Oral Cancer? Every year, oral cancer kills nearly 10,000 Americans, and nearly 50,000 more will be diagnosed. Making up 3% of diagnosed cancers, a survival rate five years after diagnosis is only 57%. With these eye-opening statistics, we should all be concerned with early detection, treatment, and the causes of this deadly disease.
Read MoreFlawless Flossing
Your dentist and hygienist will encourage you to floss every day. Just brushing twice a day, or even after every meal, isn’t enough for total oral hygiene. Your gums are the foundation of your teeth. If you want to keep your teeth healthy and strong, you need to make sure your gums are clean and
Read MoreCavity Removal Tips
Cavities form because of tooth decay. Cavities are most commonly found among children, but adults develop them as well. Tooth decay can occur for many reasons, including the formation of plaque build-up, what you eat and drink, how well you take care of your teeth, heredity, and certain medical conditions or treatments like diabetes and chemotherapy. Plaque plays
Read MoreOral Health & Bone Disease: Are They Related?
People say the eyes are the window to the soul. In actuality – it’s actually the mouth that says so much more about a person’s state of being. The mouth is the gateway to your overall health and is very indicative of problems that will affect your well-being in the future. Bone density loss, or osteoporosis affects over 53
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