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

Nano or No-No? Hydroxyapatite Particle Size Matters…

In this article, we’re going to take a deep dive into hydroxyapatite. We’ll cover what it is, how beneficial it is to help stop tooth decay, and the potential risks of nano-hydroxyapatite. Fair warning, this article is going to be a deep dive that provides a lot of details about hydroxyapatite. So if you’re new…Read More

Can cleaning your tongue help reduce the risk of heart disease, arthritis, and other inflammatory issues?

Short on time? Here’s a quick summary of this article’s most important points: The human body contains a microbial ecosystem. The mouth and the body are connected and influence one another. Oral bacteria create biofilms. The health-supporting bacteria thrive when biofilms are thin. However, if we allow the biofilm to build and become thick, then…Read More