Oral Health

Activated Charcoal: What does it do?

The topic of this article is Activated Carbon, used for various medical purposes. If interested, consult a physician prior to use. Activated ... Read More

Link Between Periodontal Disease and HIV

How can HIV possibly affect your teeth? Dr. Crystal McIntosh, DDS specializes in Periodontics (bone and gum diseases) at Howard University ... Read More

The Link Between Your Teeth & Prostate Inflammation

Treating gum disease may help reduce symptoms of prostate inflammation, which can make urination difficult, a small study ... Read More

5 Oral Symptoms You Should NOT Ignore

Is it a loose tooth? Maybe a bump in your mouth that has been there for awhile. Here are the parts of your mouth that may not hurt, but ... Read More

Mouthwash Is Not An Alternative To Flossing!

Alright, so you want that Colgate smile, but do you have the commitment to keep it? Most people don't realize how important the simple step ... Read More

Diseases Linked To Oral Health

What Happened To All of The Drills?

In this informative Q&A session, Dr. Candance Mitchell answers some of our most reader requested health questions. "Are Drills Becoming ... Read More

Preparing Our Children For A Lifetime Of Proper Dental Health

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Since this awareness event is sponsored by The American Dental Association, it’s a ... Read More

Bad Breath: Your Teeth Are Only Part Of The Problem

Bad breath can ruin a lot of things for you...like that first moment you finally decide to say something to the guy or girl you've been ... Read More

How To Prevent 4 Common But Serious Diabetes Complications

Although diabetes is a common disease, it’s also a serious, complicated one because it affects the entire body and can lead to some serious ... Read More

How To Properly Care For Your Retainer

If you’ve ever had braces, then you’re probably familiar with the dreaded retainer. The reason I use the word “dreaded” is because they can ... Read More