As parents, we’re hardwired to want to provide our kids with a better start at life than we received. After all, that’s how humanity moves forward. So when we turn our attention to helping our kids have a better start with their oral health, opinions vary widely. Is fluoride safe to use? What about sealants?…Read More
Putting together the pieces to reverse tooth decay and remineralize cavities
This article wraps up our series on how to stop tooth decay and remineralize cavities. This series has taken us through how teeth decay, what creates the ‘perfect storm’ for decay, how to reverse tooth decay with diet, and the safety of fluoride, to name a few. Behind the scenes here at OraWellness, for several…Read More
How to reverse tooth decay with diet
Recently, we have been talking a lot about the various pieces of how to stop cavities and reverse tooth decay. Understanding the structure of teeth and how teeth decay are parts of the puzzle. Grasping the significance that pH, sugar, saliva and the microbes implicated with tooth decay have is another piece. Today we want…Read More
How to use essential oils to reduce dental appointment anxiety and pain
Essential oils have seen an amazing awakening in the past few years. No longer are essential oils considered some fringe, new age, hippie snake oil. A tremendous amount of clinical research has been conducted over the past several years to scientifically validate the benefits of using essential oils in medicine and dentistry. Of course, you…Read More
How to help your family be free from tooth decay
Dr. Ellie Phillips is one of our heroes. For almost 30 years, she has educated the public to what she understands is the real truth around how to live free from tooth decay. The author of ‘Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye’ and creator of Zellies xylitol products, some of her perspectives fly in direct opposition to…Read More
An easy step toward stopping tooth decay
Are you ready for a simple oral health ‘hack’ that can really speed up your ability to stop tooth decay and reverse any existing cavities? Sometimes the path to optimal oral health has some tough lessons. (Ok, honestly, cutting out sugar is rough.) However, thankfully, we do find easy-to-incorporate gems to share with you, too!…Read More
How to create a healthy brushing routine with your toddler or young child
Let’s face it, getting our kids to brush their teeth can be a challenge. But, we know it’s important to help support our child’s long-term health by establishing healthy oral hygiene habits early in their life. Parents often reach out to us with questions like: “Is it best to just pin the toddler down and…Read More
Would you make your own braces if you knew how?
Three cheers for ‘do it yourself’ ingenuity! We love the alchemy that can result when curiosity collides with a real need and a DIY (do it yourself) spirit. Ready for an inspirational story how a young man safely (and successfully) created his own braces? Recent articles on two common habits that cause crooked teeth and…Read More
Discovering the #1 Cause of Tooth Decay
If we asked 10 people what the #1 cause of tooth decay is, how many different answers do you think we would get? Let’s try it. 🙂 What do you think? What’s the #1 cause of tooth decay? Some will say tooth decay is caused from bacteria in the mouth whose waste is acidic and…Read More
What Your Receding Gums Could Be Telling You…
Is there a connection between receding gums, snoring, and feeling less-than-energetic? Today we’re going to put several puzzle pieces in place to help us navigate not only to greater oral health but also to whole-being wellness. In a recent article titled, ‘What causes receding gums and how to stop it’ (which happened to be our…Read More