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Top 4 Worst Halloween Candy for Your Teeth, According to a Dentist

Enjoying Halloween candy is part of the holiday fun, but too much candy can lead to cavities and tooth decay. Here is the worst candy for your teeth, according to a dentist.

9 Best Electric Toothbrushes for Whiter Teeth, According to Dentists

We asked dentists to share their favorite electric toothbrushes for every budget, and the features...

6 Reasons Why You Have Bleeding Gums When You Brush Your Teeth

If you regularly see red when you brush your teeth, it could be cause for...

Tooth Pain: Symptoms, Risks, and What to Do If You Have Painful Teeth

Dental pain is common and has many causes, including poor mouth hygiene, cavities, sinus infections...

Canker Sores: What to Know About These Painful Mouth Sores

Yes, they hurt. Here are the symptoms, risks, triggers, and treatments for canker sores, which...

Dental Emergency? Here’s What Dentists Recommend

Dentists share what should be in your emergency kit for common dental problems, like cavities...

7 Things Doctors Need You to Know About TMJ Disorder

Medical experts reveal everything you need to know about how to prevent jaw pain and...

6 Ways You Didn’t Realize You Were Staining Your Teeth

There are plenty of ways to whiten your teeth, but one of the best things...

How Often You Should Replace Your Toothbrush (and What Happens When You Don’t)

Learn how often you should replace your toothbrush and the likelihood of getting gum disease...

13 Signs You Need to See a Dentist Right Away

Don't ignore these symptoms of a potential dental emergency.

11 Dentist-Approved Home Remedies for Sensitive Teeth

Try these dentist-approved remedies for sensitive teeth to alleviate pain, from desensitizing toothpaste to avoiding...

12 Common Teeth-Cleaning Mistakes That Make Dentists Cringe

We asked dentists to reveal the dental mistakes that make them cringe, from rushing your...

Affordable Dental Care: What Dentists Need You to Know

If you don't have dental insurance or can't afford the dentist, you do have options....

The Toothbrushing Mistake Everyone Makes

Dentists reveal how this common toothbrushing mistake may be hurting your oral health and how...

14 Ways to Ease Jaw Pain

People who have jaw pain related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can have what is...

Dentists Reveal the Worst Ways to Whiten Your Teeth

When it comes to getting a megawatt smile, some methods for teeth whitening are better...

10 Ways You’re Flossing All Wrong

Flossing is a key step for keeping your teeth and gums healthy, but if you're...

How to Stop Canker Sore Pain

If you're looking for remedies to stop the annoying ache of canker sores, these study-tested...

How I Straightened My Teeth Without Braces

I got a brand new smile in only eight months for less than $2,000.

8 Rules to Follow If You Have Sensitive Teeth

Do you sometimes get the sensation that lightening bolts of pain are striking your teeth?...

9 Things Dentists Wish You Knew About Teeth Whitening

Everyone wants a mega-watt smile, but teeth whitening isn't for everyone. Here's what you need...

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