May 2022

Cementum is a hard layer of tissue that helps the periodontal ligament attach firmly to a tooth. Made of cementoblasts, cementum slowly forms over a… Read More »Cementum

Canker sores are a common nuisance that will affect most people at some point in their lives. Also known as aphthous ulcers or “mouth ulcers,”… Read More »Canker Sores

When your dentist asks to see your canines, he probably isn’t talking about man’s best friend. “Canine” is actually another word for cuspid, one of… Read More »Cuspid

If you suffer from crooked teeth, join the crowd! Most people aren’t born with a perfect smile and experience crooked teeth to some degree. But… Read More »Crooked Teeth

Cold sores may seem harmless, but they can move even the toughest of us to tears. If you’ve ever had a cold sore, you understand… Read More »Cold Sores

Imagine wearing dental braces without anyone being able to tell. Clear aligners can help people with mild to moderate orthodontic dental problems do just that. How? Clear… Read More »Clear Aligners

From gnawing on birch bark to smacking on several contemporary gum brands, chewing gum has been proven to lower levels of tooth decay occurrences. Chewing… Read More »Chewing Gum

The South Beach Diet™ and Enter the Zone warn that “bad” carbs affect your waistline. That might be debatable, but one thing’s for sure: “Bad”… Read More »Cavities

Calcium is essential for healthy bones and teeth! You’ve heard it before, but how much calcium are you actually getting? An extremely important mineral for… Read More »Calcium

Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder in which the sufferer binges and purges their food. Unlike anorexia, where starvation is used to lose weight,… Read More »Bulimia Nervosa