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Dentist examining a child's teeth
February 12, 2026/Children's Health

Pulpotomy vs. Pulpectomy: What’s the Difference and Why Would Your Child Need One?

When baby teeth get damaged, these procedures can relieve pain and save space for adult teeth

Patient receiving a dental exam for a cleaning
February 12, 2026/Oral Health

How To Remove Plaque From Your Teeth

Daily oral hygiene goes a long way to keeping your mouth healthy and your smile bright

Dentist giving a child a dental exam/cleaning
February 12, 2026/Oral Health

When Do Kids Start Losing Their Teeth?

Most kids start losing baby teeth around age 6 — but there’s some wiggle room in the timeline

Person sticking out tongue showing taste buds
February 12, 2026/Oral Health

How Often Do Taste Buds Change?

Spoiler alert: Taste buds change more often than you might think

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Person looking in mirror at a sore on their lip
December 17, 2025/Oral Health

Canker Sores vs. Cold Sores: Know the Difference

These common mouth sores are very different — cold sores are caused by a virus and are contagious, but canker sores aren’t

Person holding small cup, swishing mouthwash in their mouth
November 26, 2025/Oral Health

How ‘Magic Mouthwash’ Can Help Relieve Painful Mouth Sores

This medicated liquid is available by prescription only and is specially formulated for your specific needs

Cold sore on bottom lip
November 20, 2025/Primary Care

Common Cold Sore Triggers Explained

Lots of things can activate the herpes simplex virus, from the common cold and cold weather to cracked skin and cosmetic procedures

Person holding black-bristle toothbrush and jar or oil
October 23, 2025/Oral Health

Is Oil Pulling Good for You?

This oral health practice doesn’t have proven benefits, and it’s not a substitute for brushing and flossing

Massage therapist massaging patient's cheek and jaw area
August 13, 2025/Oral Health

TMJ Pain? Massage and Jaw Exercises May Help

Take a hands-on approach to release tension and reduce pain in your jaw muscles

Person placing folded stick of gum in their mouth
July 23, 2025/Primary Care

Here Are the 10 Most Common Reasons for a Bitter Taste in Your Mouth

Dehydration, medication and nasal congestion are common culprits

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