Oral Health

Polyphenols in Wine Defend Against Gum Disease Says New Research

February 24, 2018 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: March 1, 2018

A new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that certain polyphenols in wine are effective in protecting the teeth and gums against pathogenic bacteria. Polyphenols are a plant’s natural defense mechanism against infection, and researchers… [read]

Prescriptions for Dental Procedures – Antibiotic Overuse No One is Paying Attention To

November 13, 2017 by Kristina Martin
Last updated on: November 16, 2017

We are watching the end of the antibiotics era, and experts are busy examining all of the usual suspects, but in looking at all of the overprescribing from doctors and veterinarians we’re ignoring another source of antibiotic saturation – the… [read]

Five Dangerous Myths About Dental Health

February 3, 2016 by Kimberly Dyoco
Last updated on: February 5, 2016

Unless you’re a medical professional or someone who takes a special interest in health, there’s a good chance you have a few misconceptions about your body’s wellbeing, especially in relation to your dental health. Several widely-believed myths are not just… [read]

Four New Year’s Resolutions Your Dentist Will Love

December 17, 2015 by Kimberly Dyoco
Last updated on: December 18, 2015

This time of year is not just about gifts and celebrations – for many, it’s also about taking stock of the year that has been and reflecting on what can be better for the year ahead. Many of us even… [read]

Three Homemade Toothpaste Recipes – Better Oral Health for Less Cost

October 14, 2015 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: March 2, 2016

If you’re shopping for an all natural toothpaste, the list of ingredients to avoid includes diethanolamine, propylene glycol, fluoride, aspartame, saccharine, sodium lauryl sulfate, Triclosan, glycerin, sorbitol, and microbeads. After careful examination of the ingredients, the discerning shopper will see… [read]

The Toxic Toothpaste Ingredients That You Need To Avoid For Good Oral Health

August 24, 2015 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: June 14, 2017

Conventional toothpaste is full of toxins that make your teeth look pretty and feel clean while they slowly erode the tooth enamel and gums. Conventional whitening toothpastes are very toxic to the mouth. All of the conventional brands and many… [read]

Heal Gum Disease and Cavities Naturally – Step by Step

May 17, 2015 by Michael Edwards
Last updated on: December 11, 2016

Serious gum disease works a bit like a leaky gut. As you chew your food, very small particles that should go through your digestive system can enter into your blood stream. This can wreck all kinds of havoc on the… [read]