Articles Index

Gum Disease - 8 Warning Signs of Gum Disease
These 8 warning signs of gum disease are important so that you can notify your dentist before gum disease progresses.

Oral Piercing and Dental Problems
Oral piercing is popular, but many people aren't aware of the dental problems associated with oral piercing.

Oral Hygiene is Especially Important Among Women
Explains why women need to be more careful with their oral hygiene due to certain life factors that women experience.

Osteoporosis Medications Linked to Jaw Bone Disease
Explains how medications taken for osteoporosis, called bisphosphonates, have been linked to osteonecrosis of the jaw.

How to Handle Dental Emergencies During the Holidays
Information about how to handle dental emergencies during the holidays and what you can do until you can see a dentist.

Mouth Guards and Sports - Protecting Your Teeth
Mouth Guards - Whether purchased from a dentist or over-the-counter, find out how mouth guards can protect your teeth and how to choose and take care of a mouth guard.

Signs and Symptoms of Tooth Erosion
Tooth erosion signs and symptoms can range from sensitivity to more severe problems such as cracking. Find out the symptoms of tooth erosion.

How to Prevent Tooth Erosion
Tooth erosion is the loss of tooth structure. Tooth erosion is caused by acid attacking the enamel. Find out how you can prevent tooth erosion.

Early Detection of Oral Cancer With VELscope
Early detection of oral cancer could save your life. The FDA-approved VELscope can detect oral cancer that the naked eye can't see.

Teenagers and Oral Piercing - Is it Safe?
Information about teenagers and the safety of oral piercing as well as side effects from oral piercings.

Gum Disease Linked to Pancreatic Cancer
A new study has linked gum disease to pancreatic cancer. Find out how visiting your dentist and preventing gum disease might reduce your chances of developing deadly pancreatic cancer.

Canker Sores - Treatment of Canker Sores
Describes canker sores and what you can do to ease the discomfort of canker sores.

Male Cigarette Smokers More Likely to Need Root Canals
This study shows that males who smoke cigarettes are almost twice as likely to need root canals than non smokers.