Should you use a teeth whitening kit at home? FInd out about the safety and effectiveness of these whiteners, how the work and five things you should do before using them.
Could You Be Ruining Your Teeth With These 5 Bad Habits?
While we all know candy and soda are not good for our teeth, there are other things we may be doing that we don't realize could be harming our dental health. Find easy tips to take better care of your teeth and gums.
Fluoride Fights Tooth Decay in Your Youngest Kids, AAP Says (Infographic)
Researchers at the American Academy of Pediatrics say using fluoride toothpaste, even as teeth are first emerging, is key to stopping cavities from forming. Find recommendations for fluoride use for babies and children.
Do Your Kids Know Their Fish Facts? (Infographic)
Discover how we’re different — and not so different — from our friends with fins in this infographic, created by Cleveland Clinic Children’s with help from the Greater Cleveland Aquarium.
Boil, Soak or Pitch It? 4 Tips for a Clean Toothbrush
Some say a run through a dishwasher or a pricey UV sanitizer is necessary to keep a clean toothbrush. But hot water and regular replacement are all you need. Here are 4 toothbrush safety tips.
Is Oil-Pulling Your Best Choice for Dental Health?
Oil-pulling is swishing a teaspoon of oil in your mouth for 20 minutes every day, then spitting it out. The Indian folk practice is becoming a fad because of celebrity endorsements.
TMJ: This Common Disorder Is a Jaw-Popper
Dental and pain issues that go undiagnosed can result in Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). It affects the joint between your lower jaw and your skull — known as the temporomandibular joint or TMJ.
7 Surprising Uses for Botulinum Toxin
Aside from its age-defying qualities, injectable botulinum toxin has medical uses for patients with nerve pain, migraine and spasticity, along with conditions like excessive sweating and overactive bladder.
Grandma Was A Health Hacker (Infographic)
Not all of Grandma’s old-time remedies stand up to close scientific scrutiny. In fact, some are downright silly. Let’s have a look at Grandma’s medicine chest and see what works and what doesn’t.
Avoid ‘Baby Bottle Tooth Decay’
Tooth decay without teeth? It can happen. Here are four tips to improve your “toothless” baby’s dental hygiene.
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