The Importance of Oral and Oropharyngeal Cancer Awareness
Contributed by: Dr. Zachary Brian, UNC Adams School of Dentistry April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month and serves as an important reminder for all of...
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Better Dental Visits for Kids with Autism
With the All Smiles Shine app, you can prepare for upcoming visits to the dentist to make the experience less stressful for children with...
The Diabetes and Oral Health Connection
This National Children's Dental Health Month, we want to highlight how diabetes and oral health can be connected for children. Approximately 352,000...
The Benefits of Sealants: Smiles for Kids Grant Spotlight
Primary, or "baby," teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a...
When do you Need a Root Canal?
The roots of your teeth have narrow openings called canals containing blood vessels and nerve fibers that provide nutrition and sensation to your...
Proper Oral Health Techniques
Brush Up on Proper Teeth Cleaning Daily brushing and flossing are the best ways to take care of your teeth and gums between visits to the dentist....
Bad Breath
Bad breath (the medical term for which is halitosis) is an embarrassing but incredibly common oral health problem. In fact, it is estimated that bad...
Make brushing fun for kids!
Starting good oral health care habits early is key to get your family into the routine of brushing twice a day and flossing daily. The more fun you...
Oral Health Resolutions
Many people make resolutions every New Year — but only 8% actually keep them. Be part of that elite group with these easy-to-keep resolutions that...
Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is a condition that causes individuals to clench, grind, or gnash their teeth as a result of stress, anxiety,...
Why bacteria isn't always bad
You’ve likely heard that probiotics can be good for gut health. But did you know they may also have benefits for your smile? What are probiotics?...
How Healthy Teeth are Linked to Rocks
Did you know fluoride originates in rocks? It's true! Fluoride — a key mineral for strong teeth — originates in rocks. It’s then released into soil,...