Oral Hygiene

Quiz on Periodontal Disease and Overall Health

You may already know the effects of periodontal disease (AKA gum disease) on your oral health, but how much do you know…

10 years ago

Will Licorice in your Diet Help your Teeth?

Alternative medicine and modern Western medicine can both claim hits and misses over history. Recent studies seem to validate what…

11 years ago

Tooth Enamel: The Hardest Substance in Your Body

Our bodies are amazing. Yes, we need to take care of them. However, they also come ready-made with natural defenses…

11 years ago

Why Controlling Bacteria is Important for Your Oral Health

When you hear the word bacteria, your first thoughts may be of infection and illness. However, not all bacteria are…

12 years ago

Pella Dentist on How Moms Influence Children’s Oral Health

Around the world, mothers typically take responsibility for researching and selecting their family’s healthcare and dental providers. In many cases,…

12 years ago

New Dental Anesthetic May Eliminate the Need for the Needle

Periodontal scaling and root planing procedures generally require some type of anesthesia. From your perspective as a patient, the choice…

12 years ago

Facts About Saliva

When considering oral health, the condition of the teeth, gums, and tongue are usually what pops into your head.  Saliva…

12 years ago

Pella Dentist Explains Why You Should Not Ignore Breath

Bad breath is a common condition in the United States. A recent study by the Council of Scientific Affairs suggests…

13 years ago

How Does Toothpaste Work?

Common Toothpaste Ingredients Our ancestors used crushed charcoal, chalk, bricks, and salt as toothpowders. Some cultures relied on chewing sticks…

13 years ago