Sleep and Oral Health: What You Didn’t Know
You know that getting a good night’s sleep is vital for feeling fresh and focused the next day. It might be especially surprising to learn that the quality of sleep you get can impact the health of your teeth and gums, too. Think of sleep as a reset for every part of your body. During […]
Children’s Oral Health Exams Are Essential to Their School Career
California is one of several states that legally requires a yearly dental screening for school-aged children. Wondering why? Dr. Kami Hoss, dental expert, dentist, and dad can explain. How Does Oral Health Impact Children? As Dr. Hoss discussed in his interview with KTLA 5 News, a child’s oral health can impact their education in […]
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath & What it Says About Your Health
You already know your breath can give away information like the last time you brushed your teeth or what you had for lunch. It can actually tell you a lot more than that. In fact, your breath could tell you about your overall health, too. Understanding what bad breath says about your health can tell […]
How Stress Impacts Dental Health
Stress can impact almost every facet of your health and well-being, and your dental health is not exempt. When you’re stressed, you might be surprised by the number of ways it can negatively affect your mouth. How Stress Affects Your Body We all know the telltale signs of stress. You might notice your heart beating […]
Getting the Most From Flossing
It’s not news that flossing is an essential part of your oral health routine. That you won’t get the maximum benefit if you don’t floss correctly may be a good reminder to up your flossing game. What Does Flossing Do? Floss is an essential step in your dental health routine because it’s able to get […]
Water Flosser: Demystifying This New Trend
You’ve heard about water flossing and have probably seen a water flosser or two at the store. It likely left you wondering, “How do water flossers work?” You’re not alone. Water flossing isn’t new, but it has recently gained in popularity. We’ll dive into it and answer your most pressing questions. What Is a Water […]
Teeth Filing – The Horrible Tik Tok Trend
Trends in the health and beauty industries come and go, and they are often made more popular through social media. While some of them are harmless, like dyeing your hair pink or making your own kombucha, others can be harmful. One of the latest trends to circulate is teeth filing. Sounds bad? That’s because it […]
How to Clean Your Toothbrush: Tips for Disinfecting Your Toothbrush
You count on your toothbrush to help keep your mouth, teeth, and tongue healthy and clean. But do you ever wonder how to clean your toothbrush? You should! Find out more about what can hide on toothbrushes and how to keep yours as clean as possible. You’ll also learn how to disinfect a toothbrush that’s […]
Understanding Charcoal Toothpaste Benefits and Risks
There are trends in every industry, and the oral health industry is no exception. One of the latest trends in oral health is charcoal toothpaste. Many aspects of charcoal whitening toothpaste might make it enticing, but is it actually safe for your teeth and gums? Let’s take a closer look at activated charcoal toothpaste benefits […]
How Oral Health Companies Can Boost Revenues
What oral health marketers should focus on to get patients back in the office. By Dr. Kami Hoss During the pandemic, the oral health industry experienced economic difficulty as many people put off hygiene and other dental work out of health fears, while some simply used COVID-19 as an excuse to get around a procedure […]
