You are trying to do the right thing. You want to use an oral health product to promote healthy teeth and gums. This may mean you are using products containing essential oils. I want to explain why essential oils may be harmful to oral health. Many people want to steer clear of chemicals in their …
If you have gum disease, you are not alone. More than 75% of adults over the age of 35 have some form of gum disease. Do you believe a mouthwash can help treat your gum disease? There is more you need to know. I am going to explain why you need to be selective with …
When you hear about natural alternatives for whitening your teeth, you are sure to learn about charcoal toothpaste. But hold up! As a dental hygienist, I want to inform you of the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to these products. So, what is charcoal toothpaste? I will explain everything you need …
Do you have teeth that ache when you drink something cold? Does the thought of eating ice cream make you wince? Does merely breathing in cold air send you through the roof with annoying pain? Tooth sensitivity is a common problem that affects the majority of people at some point in their lives. I have …
Cleaning Between Your Teeth Just Got Easier! You hate to floss, I get it. Most people do. Who wants to stick their hands inside of their mouths anyway? Science now proves that water flossing is twice as effective as string floss. Wohoo! When it comes to preventing cavities, gum disease and bad breath, you already …
Your teeth are amazingly clean. You do everything right to keep them clean. OR SO YOU THINK! Your gums have receded and are exposing the sensitive root area along the gumline. You may not have gum disease but YOU COULD HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM. In this article you will learn all about receding of gums- …
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As a dental hygienist, I know many people have wondered what a teeth cleaning is. Have you been putting off this procedure? Afraid of what might happen during your visit? I am here to explain everything you can expect from this routine dental visit. Oftentimes, people avoid going to the dentist simply because they are …
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What is a Dental Hygienist? Have you ever wondered this? Or maybe you are just curious if this career is something you might want to pursue. I have made a life long career of Dental Hygiene and I am here to explain the job description and requirements in detail. Essential functions and responsibilities of the …
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Are your gums bleeding? Do you have receding gums? Or do you just want to do all you can to improve your overall health? Chances are that you have been told by your dentist to start using an electric toothbrush. With good reason too, because electric toothbrushes work way better than any manual toothbrush you …
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When considering the best teeth whitening products on the market, it is easy to get confused. There are so many options to choose from, how do you know which ones work? As a Dental Hygienist, I would like to share with you the top 3 choices of the best teeth whitening products available today. I …
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