Worried about bad breath? You're not alone. Forty million Americans suffer from bad breath, or halitosis, according to the American Dental ... Read More
Oral Health
Surprising Habits That Cause Cavities
According to the National Center for Health Statistics, under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in 5 ... Read More
Be Smart About Your Wisdom Teeth
What exactly are wisdom teeth and why do they require removal? Just as you enter adulthood, your wisdom teeth make their presence known in ... Read More
5 Life-Saving Reasons To Brush Your Teeth
A brighter smile and fresh breath are wonderful things to have, but experts are learning more and more about the surprising health benefits ... Read More
Can I Get HIV From Visiting My Doctor Or Dentist?
People often wonder if going to the doctor or dentist poses any HIV risks, particularly when needles or other medical tools are used as part ... Read More
7 Surprising Foods That Stain Your Teeth
You already know about the teeth-staining potential of things like coffee and wine. But did you know your favorite fruit salad, those dashes ... Read More
Energy & Sports Drinks Can Damage Your Teeth
Irreversible tooth damage? From sports drinks? A recent study published in the May/June 2012 issue of General Dentistry found that an ... Read More
The Great Debate: Manual Vs. Electric Toothbrushes
Is it the perceived superiority of electric toothbrushes over manual toothbrushes that appeals to consumers? Or is it our obsession with ... Read More
Do Dental X-Rays Cause Brain Tumors?
A new study from Yale Medical School suggests that bitewing X-rays may be dangerous. A new report, published in the in the April 10 issue ... Read More
The Best Dentist-Approved Toothpastes
The toothpaste aisle always seems to have something new in it, but toothpaste that only clean your teeth are SO old news. "Companies are ... Read More
Why Should I Bother Flossing?
(BlackDoctor.org) – We know, we know, you don’t like to floss. But here’s a little secret: it's not that high up on anybody else's list of ... Read More
9 Things Your Teeth Want You To Stop Doing
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Too bad your teeth can't speak for themselves. If they could, they would definite sit you down and hand over a ... Read More