Good dental hygiene should start at an early age. If kids learn how to take care of their teeth, they can continue those good habits into adulthood. Additionally, good oral habits can prevent serious issues later on, such as cavities, broken teeth, and other complications. Teach your kids these four essential oral health habits...

Smiling can make you more attractive to others, according to a 2013 study by Golle, Mast & Lobmaierudy. It can also boost your mood and the moods of those around you. But what if you’re hesitant to show off your smile because your teeth aren’t as white as you would like them to be?...

Traditionally, fillings have been made from a variety of materials. Gold and silver have a long history of use, although many modern fillings use composite materials that mimic the natural appearance of teeth. But soon, dental fillings might be made from something else entirely: microscopic nanoparticles.

Receding gums can be both painful and unsightly, and they can lead to serious dental problems. If you don’t know what to do about receding gums, find out more about this condition below.

As your dental appointment draws closer, you may start to get anxious and wonder how you can best prepare for your visit. You’re not alone, many American adults deal with dental anxiety and many refuse to make an appointment at all.

If you suffer from dry mouth, you know the symptoms well. That dry feeling in your throat. The incessant thirst. Hoarseness. A dry tongue. That sticky feeling in the mouth that never seems to go away. The bad breath.

Few Americans make it to adulthood without getting some dental cavities. In fact, cavities seem to be an inherent part of growing up; it’s just something every kid deals with at some point and that’s the way things are.

One of the modern options for improving the appearance of your smile is veneers. However, veneers aren’t a one-size-fits-all solution. There are different factors to consider, such as whether veneers are a practical choice for you and what type of veneers you want. This guide explains what veneers are and which types of teeth...

You’d think that buying a toothbrush would be a pretty straightforward task. But once you see all the choices, it’s suddenly a lot trickier. While it’s true that there are more toothbrush options than ever before, picking out the perfect one for you doesn’t have to require hours at the store. Instead, just use...

A perfect smile depends on the length of your teeth, the amount of gum showing, and many other measurable scientific factors. People’s tastes also change with different trends. For example, the look in Hollywood today shows a lot more teeth than smiles did 20 years ago. No matter what the fashion is, though, healthy...