Can a Pregnant Woman’s Oral Health Affect Her Baby?
During your pregnancy, you want to take the best possible care of yourself so you can support the health of your baby. From taking vitamins …
Which Dental Health Conditions, if Any, Are Hereditary?
If you have an oral health condition such as tooth decay or gum disease, you may have wondered if the problem was hereditary. For instance, …
Could Mouthwash Reduce Transmission of COVID-19?
During a COVID-19 infection, saliva can contain high levels of the virus. In fact, researchers suspect that in some cases, virus particles in saliva could …
When to Talk to Your Dentist About Sensitive Teeth
An estimated 40 million adults suffer from tooth sensitivity. However, not everyone talks to their dentist about their sensitive teeth. For some people, feeling pain …
What Causes Oral Cancer, and How Are You Screened for It?
Oral cancer includes cancer of the tongue, lips, neck, back of the throat, and soft tissues of the mouth. Like all cancers, oral cancer is …
Foods to Eat After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Getting your wisdom teeth removed requires eating softer foods for at least the first few days while your mouth is healing [1]. Eating soft foods can help …