Dr. Wayne Harrington, an oral surgeon with a practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is being investigated by the state dental board, the state bureau ... Read More
Oral Health
5 Foods Your Dentist Won’t Touch
There are certain foods that damage your teeth. While nobody looks forward to a dentist appointment, the slight discomfort from a routine ... Read More
The #1 Threat To Kids’ Health
Preventing the most common chronic childhood disease takes less than 5 minutes a day—and it could be something you regularly remind your ... Read More
Tooth Enamel: 7 Everyday Ways You’re Damaging It
The outer surface of your teeth, called enamel, is designed to last a lifetime. In fact, did you know it is the hardest substance in your ... Read More
The 6 Healthiest Foods For Your Teeth
What you eat is a very important factor when it comes to your oral health. Bacteria in the mouth convert sugars from the foods you eat to ... Read More
6 Fixes For Not-So-Fresh Breath
Worried about bad breath? You're not alone. Forty million Americans suffer from bad breath, or halitosis, according to the American Dental ... Read More
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