If you’re taking proper care of your teeth, you should be brushing them about seven hundred times every year. The trace amounts of toothpaste that you swallow can therefore add up. So, what could be in your toothpaste that might be doing you harm? What follows are some of the more potentially detrimental ingredients commonly […]
If somebody asked you what kind of foods will rot your teeth, you’ll probably know to list items like soda and candy. However, would you have guessed that pickles may also be responsible for breaking down your tooth enamel? Indeed, in a 2004 study conducted on the eating habits of British teenagers, it was determined […]
People have been interested in the potential curative properties of magnets since ancient times. To this day, some people still wear strong magnetic bracelets in an effort to remedy many conditions, including general pains, dental pains, migraines, fatigue, insomnia, and more. But is this for real? It is unclear just how much magnets help to […]
Do you have a favorite mouthwash? Religiously rinsing with Listerine, Crest Pro-Health, or another leading wash is a good way to ensure better visits at our Lynnwood dentistry clinic. Unfortunately, if you tend to favor one and only one rinse, you might not be getting the full effect anymore. This is according to a study […]
If you have asthma, you’ll want to put particular focus into your oral health. This is a condition that leaves you more susceptible to tooth decay, due largely to its tendency to dry out your mouth. Many people with asthma develop a bad habit of breathing through their mouths, and asthma medication often serves to […]
Do you ever feel a burning sensation on your tongue or the inside of your mouth? This is called burning mouth syndrome, or occasionally burning tongue syndrome. It often comes with dry mouth or a metallic taste in your mouth, and can be aggravated by hot or spicy foods. Causes of this condition come in […]
If you’re like most people, many of your favorite foods are either served piping hot or ice cold. A fresh pizza, a bowl of ice cream, a mug of hot cocoa, or a frosty beer, these are high on the list of many patients at our Lynnwood dentistry clinic. Unfortunately, these extreme temperatures are not […]
Are you experiencing a white, lacy rash or a series of red, shiny bumps across the surface of your tongue or inside your cheeks? It might be oral lichen planus. It’s unclear what causes this condition, and it generally does not require treatment in its milder form. However, if it gets severe, it can be […]
