Tooth Structure 101: Breaking Down the Structure of a Tooth
With each trip to the dentist, there is a lot of focus on dental care, oral hygiene, and of course, paying for your dental work. But how well does your dentist help you understand the tooth structure itself and the complex ins and outs of your tooth? You may not realize it, but your teeth […]
Tooth Enamel Loss: How to Restore Tooth Enamel Naturally
Tooth enamel is a protective layer on the surface of our teeth, made up of a hard mineral substance called hydroxyapatite. It is the outermost layer of the tooth and plays a vital role in protecting our teeth from daily wear and tear, decay, and sensitivity. Tooth enamel loss can occur due to various reasons, […]
What Do Healthy Teeth Look Like? A Deep Dive into Healthy Teeth and Gums
Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential to having healthy teeth and gums. Not only do healthy teeth and gums improve your appearance and self-confidence, but they also play a vital role in your overall health and well-being. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a deep dive into healthy teeth and gums, and discussing the […]
What is the Oral Microbiome? Here’s What You Need to Know
Your oral microbiome is highly misunderstood and in fact, many people don’t even know this exists. Within your mouth is a community of microorganisms that play a vital role in your overall health. In this guide, we’ll explain what your oral microbiome is and how your habits and diet impact the health of your mouth. […]
Seminar – Your Complete Guide to Oral Care Products
REGISTER ON YANKEE DENTAL Date: Saturday 1/28/2023 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm Course Code: 685SL Cost: No Charge Room Location: BCEC Exhibit Floor Classroom H Credits: 2 CE Hours Kami Hoss, DDS In this course, attendees will discuss oral health and overall health connections. Attendees will learn the critical role of dentition in growth and development, periodontal disease […]
Pediatricians Update Guidelines for Children’s Dental Health
READ ON HEALTHLINE Michelle Pugle About 40% of children in the United States experience tooth decay known as dental caries by age 19. The factors behind this trend include lower household income, lack of access to insurance, and language barriers that prevent many families from accessing proper care at a dentist’s office. But it doesn’t […]
Make the Most of Your Mouth with Oral Health Resources from Dr. Kami Hoss
Every single day we discover another connection between our oral and overall health. Whether you look at the risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, and even death; the risk instantly becomes higher when you ignore your dental health. For the past twenty six years, I have worked on building one of the leading multi-specialty dental […]
How Bad Is It Really to Share a Toothbrush?
READ ON LIVESTRONG Jessica Migala We’ve all been caught without a toothbrush. You’re vacationing at a house rental, camping or staying at a friend’s or date’s place and forget one. And yet, you don’t want to go to bed without freshening up your mouth. So, you grab for someone else’s toothbrush and give your pearly […]
Want a Sparkling Smile Before the Holidays? Try These 5 Fixes for Dental Troubles
READ ON WOMANS’WORLD Ann Green We all want brighter teeth and healthier gums, especially when flashing our pearly whites at holiday parties. Plus, a pretty smile is more than just aesthetically pleasing. Taking care of your teeth can also translate into better overall health. The reason? It improves the balance of the oral microbiome, a microbial […]
TikTok Says “Mewing” Will Sculpt Your Jawline. But Does It Work?
READ ON BUSTLE Rachel Lapidos “We need oxygen every moment, so correct breathing is critical for the development of the face, mouth, and teeth,” says Dr. Kami Hoss, dentist, board member at the UCLA School of Dentistry, and author of If Your Mouth Could Talk. He notes that you should be breathing through your nose, and your tongue […]
