Is Buying a Smart Toothbrush Really Worth It?: A Dentist’s View

Blog Summary: Thinking about upgrading your toothbrush? A smart toothbrush might be worth it! This blog explores the benefits of smart toothbrushes and how they improve oral hygiene with advanced technology. When it comes to brushing your teeth, won’t any old toothbrush do the job just fine? Maybe not as well as you’d think. The […]

Brushing and flossing are essential foundations for improving the health of your teeth, but did you know that they may not be enough for many people? While these two habits are critical, overlooked dental hygiene tools could take your at-home dental care to a new, even healthier level. From gadgets that can help remove stubborn […]

Blog Summary: All-natural has become a buzzword in recent years, but does it really mean a product is safer, better, or more effective? Not always. When it comes to toothpaste, choosing an all-natural option doesn’t automatically guarantee it’s free of harmful ingredients or that it will clean your teeth effectively. So, how do you find […]

Brushing your teeth twice daily is important. You knew that already. But when it comes to technique, are you sure that you are brushing correctly? Could you be unknowingly making mistakes when brushing your teeth? To find out, let’s uncover five of the top mistakes I see people making commonly in my work as dentist […]

Did you know that anaerobic bacteria in your mouth contribute to bad breath and gingivitis? One of the places they thrive is on the tongue, where they burrow into its fuzzy filaments. Unfortunately, conventional advice is to brush your tongue. While that is certainly helpful, it may not be enough to keep these bad bacteria […]

Are any types of teeth whitening treatment safe or effective? The answer is that while risks of teeth whitening do exist, there is a such thing as safe and effective teeth whitening, whether you are doing it yourself at home or trusting a professional, such as a dentist, to whiten your teeth for you. The […]