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
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
5 Reasons Why a Dental Laser Is Kinder to the Patient than the Drill
While laser dentistry has been around for a number of years, the concept still feels a little like science fiction to us. After all, we’re talking about using light rays on teeth instead of a drill—it’s amazing, really. Tech-savvy dentists are now using lasers for lots of purposes, like addressing periodontal disease1, soothing tooth sensitivity2,…Read More
Demystifying Dental X-Rays
Have you ever gone to a dental checkup and wondered, “Why are they asking me to take X-rays today when I don’t have any tooth pain?“ Have you ever wished that you knew how to read dental X-rays so you could remove that little doubt in your mind? If so, you’re not alone. In fact,…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
Our Favorite Ways to Eat Oral-Health-Supporting Fats
If you’ve been following us for a while, you probably already know that we’re big fans of supporting oral health by taking action directly in the mouth and in the rest of the body. Why? Because all of our bodily systems are intertwined and influence each other. So, what’s happening in the mouth can impact…Read More
Homeopathy Solutions for Dental Pain, Dental Anxiety, Canker Sores, Tonsil Stones, and More
Anyone up for some real-time remedies for common oral health issues? You’re going to love this interview! In today’s super fun and lively expert interview, we take a deep dive with homeopathic expert, Joette Calabrese, HMC, CCH, RSHom(NA). Joette is an international homeopathic consultant, author, educator, and speaker who loves to help empower folks by…Read More
Why eating healthy fats is our #1 diet hack to heal cavities
In our article “What to eat to never have another cavity in your life (part 1)”, we discussed how eating a savory breakfast is a helpful step toward living a cavity-free life. This article serves as ‘part 2’ of this series that focuses on how to eat to prevent cavities. Today, we’ll explore our #1…Read More
OraWellness Shine has a new look!
Upgraded packaging, same awesome product!
We are excited to announce that we’ve improved the packaging for jars of our Shine Remineralizing Tooth Whitening Powder. With these improvements, we expect to have a much better seal to keep Shine from leaking from the jar. We’re also thrilled that while Shine previously had a plastic lid, this new lid is metal, which…Read More