Why are some subjects, like xylitol, so polarized? Some experts praise them while others throw them under the bus? In the same vein as our article on the safety of brushing with baking soda, today let’s explore whether it’s a safe and wise choice to use xylitol in the mouth on a regular basis.
Is Baking Soda Safe to Brush With?
“Is baking soda safe to brush with?“ “Will I damage my teeth if I brush with baking soda?“ These are just a couple of the many ‘baking soda safety’ questions that we commonly receive from readers like you. There are experts who claim that regularly brushing with baking soda can cause wear on tooth enamel…Read More
Is Your Cell Phone Causing Your Teeth to Decay? (and how to stop it)
Have you ever been using your cell phone and felt/heard a weird sort of buzzing/whining sound? I have and it freaked me out. I felt a high pitched stinging feeling into my ear. Having this first-hand experience has caused me to really take a closer look at what impact cell phones could have on our…Read More
4 Steps to Help Your Kids Live a Cavity Free Life
We recently received an email from a caring mom asking for ideas what she can do to help her son who has dentinogenesis imperfecti (DI). DI is a genetic issue where the teeth come in very weak and crumble easily. Think, tooth decay on steroids. This mom shared with us the challenges she faces watching…Read More
How to Stop Two Common Habits that Cause Crooked Teeth
We all want to have a bright, healthy smile, right? It’s the unspoken sign of health, happiness and friendship across the planet. Whether our motive is for the visual impact of a beautiful smile (guys, read handsome) or the logistic fact that crooked teeth are tougher to keep clean, having straight teeth is a universal…Read More
Is it Really Wise to Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Thank you for all the recent questions around the safety and risks of having wisdom teeth removed. In response to our recent article, titled “The Common, Unknown Risk of Having Wisdom Teeth Removed” where we share our story about a cavitation surgery, we received many questions like “Is it safe to have wisdom teeth…Read More
The Common, Unknown Risk of Having Wisdom Teeth Removed
In 2013 I underwent a minor dental surgical procedure known as ‘cavitation surgery’. I was having pain in my lower left jaw and couldn’t figure out what was causing the pain. It felt like a nagging throb behind my last molar, where my wisdom tooth had been. Maybe a little backstory would help… Like many…Read More
Brush or Floss First? What’s the Best Order to Brush, Floss, Swish?
We commonly get asked questions regarding the optimal order in which to perform the various strategies we teach for oral hygiene to stop tooth decay, get rid of bad breath, and halt the progression of gum disease. Questions like, “Should we brush first and then floss or floss and then brush?” and, “when should I…Read More
How to Get Rid of Canker Sores Naturally
Have you ever had a spot inside your mouth, perhaps on the inside of your cheek or tongue, that was painful and white? Most likely, this was a canker sore. For some people, it can be difficult to get rid of canker sores quickly and naturally. Here are some easy-to-apply solutions that anyone can use…Read More
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath (Halitosis) in 30 Seconds
Is it possible to stop persistent bad breath (also known as halitosis) in less time than it will take you to read this article? Absolutely! Unquestionably! If you have been plagued with persistent bad breath, this article will provide you a simple, easy and fast way how to get rid of bad breath once and…Read More