Dental Secrets™

When it comes to pointing out why people bite their nails, it can be pretty difficult. There are a variety of reasons that cause people to develop a nail biting habit and most people won't even realize it as it is happening. How I Started Take me for instance. I used to bite my nails a lot and I still remember...

Mechanical toothbrushes have recently grown in popularity, but many people still stick with a manual toothbrush, believing it works just as well. If you regularly brush your teeth (which I hope everyone reading this does), you are probably wondering if it is worth it to buy an electric toothbrush. I have used a mechanical toothbrush for as long as I...

Everyone has to deal with stress at some point in their life. Whether it be from school, work, or relationships, our world is full of stressors. Before we get into dealing with stress, you should understand that not all stress is bad. Research has shown that a small amount of stress may actually be good for you in terms of...

Yes, you read that right and I know what you are thinking. There's no way chocolate can be good for your teeth. It tastes way too good. Well, you'll be surprised. Now, I'm not talking about just any kind of chocolate. I'm talking about dark chocolate. Recent studies have shown that dark chocolate is effective in fighting plaque and tooth decay...

Getting braces can be very daunting. And, it's even more intimidating if you are getting them as an adult. Not only are they on for a long time, you really have no way of hiding them from others. I had a roommate in college who never wanted to show his teeth and he did anything he could to hide them....

If you are a regular smoker, you may have dealt with a lot of concern from your friends and family about your habits. And, you may even be concerned about your habits as well, but just find it hard to stop. No matter the case, it is important to understand the dangers of smoking. The Centers for Disease Control and...

Have you ever skipped brushing your teeth at night before? Chances are, you have done this at least once. We've all been there. You're out all day doing work and you end up getting home really late. All you can think about is your bed and how good it is going to feel to finally be able to sleep. You...

Have you heard of 'detergent' foods before? If you haven't, these are essentially crunchy foods that can clean your teeth as you chew on them, hence the name. Here are some of the best detergent foods for your oral health: Apples There's a reason apples are called "nature's toothbrush." While they cannot entirely replace a toothbrush, they sure do a great job...

I was having a conversation with my friend the other day and the topic of breakfast came up. I mentioned how I had to skip breakfast that day because I overslept and that it caused me to feel groggy in the afternoon. All of a sudden my friend goes off. He has a rant about how everything we have...

I still remember when I was getting my braces off. I only had them on for two years but it felt like forever. The funny thing is, I was actually excited to get them on at first, but after dealing with all the pain, dietary restrictions and the 'metal mouth' look, I was beyond ready to get them off. Getting...