Everyone knows Botox as the popular therapy to help make us look younger. But what you may not know – is that Botox can be used in dental treatment. According to the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, some 8% of dentists in North America now provide Botox services. Botox is the trade name...

Many people clench or grind their teeth without being aware of it. This condition, called bruxism, can be the silent destroyer of your teeth. Clenching occurs when you press your upper and lower teeth tightly together. Grinding happens when you rub your teeth back and forth against each other....

Dental bites. The good food and the bad food for your teeth and overall health. Click the image above to enlarge...

There are plenty of simple things you can do to live longer. If you incorporate these 4 ideas into your daily life your body will last longer and you will lead a more prosperous life. Get plenty of sleep every night – the average adult needs 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. Not getting...

If you have high blood pressure or heart disease, you have special needs when it comes to dental care. Some high blood pressure drugs can cause dry mouth or alter your sense of taste. According to WebMD, some high blood pressure drugs can cause gum tissue to swell, making chewing difficult. If...

You hear about it all the time, but what is fluoride? It’s a mineral that occurs naturally in food and water. Every day, your teeth’s enamel layers lose and gain minerals. Minerals are lost (demineralization) from a tooth’s enamel layer when acids — formed from bacteria and...

Long-Term Binge Drinking Has Harmful Effects On Oral Health Binge drinking may be frequently celebrated in pop culture and joked about on social media, but during Alcohol Awareness Month, Delta Dental warns consumers that alcohol abuse can be extremely harmful to oral health. April is also...