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What is a Tooth Abscess?

An abscessed tooth can be painful and traumatic. Your face may swell and your tooth and the surrounding gum tissue will likely be as painful as the tooth itself. What is a tooth ...

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Does charcoal toothpaste really work? We tested it!

By: Mariah Chitouras on 6/29/17 8:00

Charcoal products are invading your newsfeeds—it’s one of the latest health and beauty trends. In addition to charcoal face masks, charcoal soap and charcoal deodorant, it’s also ...

Children's Dental Health Month: Encourage Good Habits

By: Mariah Chitouras on 2/1/17 16:11

It’s February, and that means it’s time to focus on your children's dental health! While it’s important all year, the American Dental Association sponsors Children's Dental Health ...

Why Do I Have to Get a New Filling?

By: Mariah Chitouras on 1/4/17 13:58

You had that molar filled back in high school, and now your dentist is telling you that you need to get it replaced. You, like most of us, probably thought the filling would last ...

3 Ways Oral Piercings Can Harm Your Mouth

By: Mariah Chitouras on 12/14/16 14:38

Can oral piercings harm your mouth? Tongue or lip rings might be tempting as a cool way to express yourself. But it’s important to weigh the risks before you make the choice to ...

How Millennials Taking Selfies is Leading to Healthier Dental Habits

By: Mariah Chitouras on 10/21/16 10:32

A huge, and often true, stereotype of millennials is their love of selfies. Mostly this is viewed as narcissistic and annoying behavior, but it is possible that some good is ...

5 Important Habits for Good Eye Health

By: Mariah Chitouras on 3/29/16 9:57

Establishing an eye-care routine can seem like a challenge. Unlike your teeth, which can be maintained with the famous regimen of brushing and flossing, your eye-care routine can ...

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