So far in this 3-part series about finding the best hydroxyapatite to remineralize tooth decay, we’ve covered the significance of the hydroxyapatite’s particle size and quantity. In our first article, Nano or No-No? Hydroxyapatite Particle Size Matters, we explored some research on the benefits and safety risks of nano- vs. micro-sized hydroxyapatite. We also explained…Read More
Is Oral Health About More Than Bacteria? A Conversation with Morley Robbins
For many years, conversations about oral health have focused heavily on bacteria. And while bacteria undoubtedly play an important role, some researchers and practitioners have begun asking a broader question: What factors influence the environment in which those microbes live? In this conversation, I sit down with Morley Robbins, creator of the Root Cause…Read More
What AI Doesn’t Know About Your Oral Health Journey
Over the past few months, we’ve noticed a significant increase in emails from our community containing some version of: “ChatGPT says…” “Claude told me…” One customer who reached out to us was trying to make sense of conflicting information they had encountered regarding hydroxyapatite and was looking for our perspective. In the process of addressing…Read More
Can Red Light Stop Tooth Decay and Gum Disease?!?
Since launching our new red and near infrared (NIR) light tool with a targeted oral applicator, we’ve received a flood of questions around how this device might help with different oral health issues. Questions like: Can this help regrow my receding gums? Will this stop tooth sensitivity? Can it help gum disease? Can red light…Read More
Empowered Smiles: How Going Direct Can Save Patients Money on Removable Dental Restorations
Most people are never taught how dental appliances are made or why the cost of crowns, dentures, retainers, and night guards can vary so widely. In this OraWellness interview, Joe Bassi shares how decades working inside dental labs led him to create Dental Lab Direct, a company designed to give patients direct access to custom…Read More
Human-Centric Dentistry: A Conversation with Dr. Griffin Cole
Reclaiming the Patient’s Role in Dentistry What becomes possible when dentistry is built around people, not protocols… 👇🏼 Prefer to watch first? You can jump straight to the full interview below.👇🏼 Why This Conversation Matters At OraWellness, we’re drawn to conversations that move dentistry forward, not just technologically, but humanly. Dr. Griffin Cole is one…Read More
Gum Disease and Systemic Health: Why Your Mouth May Be the Root of Chronic Illness (& How to Stop it)
Why Gum Disease Is More Than a Dental Problem Many people treat bleeding gums, bad breath, or tender gums as minor annoyances and don’t make the connection between gum disease and systemic health. But gum disease is far more than an oral problem. It’s a common, often silent infection that, if left unchecked, drives chronic…Read More
Why the Quantity of Hydroxyapatite in Toothpaste Matters for Remineralizing Cavities
In our quest to get beyond any marketing hype–and find the best and safest products for our family–many of us turn to the list of ingredients. And there’s plenty that this list can tell us. For example, it reveals both what’s in and what’s NOT in a formula, helping us ensure that the product only…Read More
Does Glycerin in Toothpaste Block Remineralization? [Here’s What the Research Says]
Can the glycerin in toothpaste really coat our teeth and block their natural ability to remineralize? Over the years, we’ve received a lot of questions about the safety of various oral hygiene product ingredients, like xylitol, baking soda, and fluoride. But one subject we hadn’t explored deeply (until now) is the potential risks of using…Read More
Why Conventional Periodontal Disease Treatment Options Are Prone to Failure (And How We Can Help Ourselves)
Have you ever experienced issues like bleeding gums, chronic bad breath, or persistent gum redness, inflammation, or tenderness? These are common symptoms of periodontal disease (aka ‘gum disease’). They’re signals from the body that something is not right, and it needs help. But a dentist can fix it for us, right? Not necessarily. The current…Read More