11 Home Remedies for a Toothache
Cavities, loose fillings, a cracked tooth, an abscess (a pocket of infection at the gum line), or a sinus condition...
9 Things Your Bad Breath Reveals About Your Health
Bad breath, or halitosis, can mean more than you need to brush more. These bad breath traits can tell you...
11 Halitosis Remedies to Help You Get Rid of Bad Breath
No matter what the cause is, bad breath and halitosis can be treated from home using natural remedies.
12 Things Your Bad Breath Is Trying to Tell You
Got dragon breath (again)? Here's what your halitosis could mean for your health.
13 Foods That Are Worse for Your Teeth Than Candy
You could be sabotaging your beautiful smile without even knowing it. Here are the foods—other than candy—that dentists want you...
16 Best and Worst Halloween Treats for Your Teeth
Not all treats turn into tricks in your mouth. Here are the best and worst Halloween handouts for your teeth...
13 Things Dentists Never Put in Their Mouth
Dentists see countless patients each year who break teeth because they chomp on the wrong thing—food or otherwise. Here are...
8 Strange Body Parts and Their Surprising Purposes
Some parts of our body get more credit than others. Read up on the fascinating bits you've never considered.
10 Signs You’re Headed For a Dental Emergency
When it comes to oral health, don't ignore these seemingly "small" problems as they can quickly turn into big, painful,...
9 Things That Stain Your Teeth in the Summer
Summer is synonymous with backyard barbecues and farmer's markets, but some of the tastiest and healthiest summertime treats can leave...
The Potentially Dangerous Ingredient in Your Toothpaste
The FDA banned this chemical in soaps, but it could still be threatening your health in other everyday products.
10 Surprising Health Problems Dentists Can Find First
Dentists don't only find gum disease or cavities; they may also find signs of Crohn's disease,
7 Foods that Whiten Your Teeth (And 4 to Avoid)
A mouthful of pearly white could be as close as your kitchen. Add these teeth-brightening foods to your diet and...
10 Things Dentists Always Do to Prevent Tooth Decay
Tooth decay can make for complicated, expensive, and painful dental visits. Here's what dentists do to stay out...
11 Things Your Orthodontist Won’t Tell You
If you think you can get away with skipping out on wearing your Invisalign without your doc noticing, think again.
10 Early Signs of Gum Disease You’re Probably Ignoring
Nearly 65 million Americans have some form of gum disease. Here are the signs you might be one of them.
10 Gingivitis Home Remedies That Actually Work
Nearly half of American adults have some form of gum disease. These home remedies may help treat gingivitis, a mild...
11 Things Your Dentist Needs You to Start Doing Differently
Investing in your smile goes farther than regular brushing and flossing. Here's what your tooth doc wishes you knew.
35 Secrets Your Dentist Won’t Tell You
We asked 22 dentists from across the country to tell us what they're really thinking as they peer at our...
7 Surprising Home Remedies for Teeth Grinding
Health experts offer surprising home remedies to reduce teeth grinding, and prevent complications like jaw pain.
Sorry, but Your Favorite Holiday Foods Cause Some Seriously Bad Breath
Whether you call it "bad breath" or "halitosis," it smells just as bad, and what you're eating and drinking during...
8 Surprising Foods That Prevent Tooth Decay
Dentists reveal what leads to tooth decay and some surprising foods, such as eggs, that can lead to better...
A Chemical Banned from Soap Is Still in Your Toothpaste
Only one company still uses triclosan as an ingredient.
If Your Dentist Prescribes Antibiotics, Ask These Questions First
You should never take antibiotics if they're not necessary—even if your dentist prescribes them.
7 Home Remedies for TMJ Pain
Those with TMJ-related problems can have intense pain, stiffness, and limited jaw movement. There's hope—these home remedies can help.
The Life-Saving Reason You Should Save Your Child’s Baby Teeth
There's a good reason you may want to hold off on handing over anything to the Tooth Fairy.
7 “Healthy” Habits You Didn’t Realize Were Damaging Your Teeth
There's a dark side to healthy habits like drinking spring water, brushing after you eat, and even exercising: They could...