Losing a first tooth is a coming-of-age moment for most children. This milestone is up there with learning to read or the leaving home for the first day of school. Knowing what typically happens when a child loses a tooth can help parents reduce uncertainty...
When it comes to mouthguards, there are a lot of different factors to consider when choosing the best one. Mouthguards come in different shapes, sizes, and materials. They vary according to the sport you play, your age, and your stylistic preference. Whichever mouthguard you choose,...
If you thought it was tough getting your kindergartner to brush their teeth, your teenager might be 10 times worse. About one third of children aged 12-17 don’t brush their teeth the recommended two times per day, and two percent don’t brush at all. How...
Bad breath is embarrassing, but if you experience it, you’re not alone. About half of adults have had halitosis or bad breath at some point. Another piece of good news is that lingering breath odor is usually preventable. If you suffer from bad breath, you...
Your Cincinnati dentist or dental hygienist has probably told you to brush at least twice daily. But let’s be honest. None of us are perfect. Most people probably miss brushing before bed occasionally. While your teeth won’t immediately fall out after skipping one time, consistently...
Bad breath is embarrassing. What makes it worse is that we rarely know we have it, and only people closest to us are willing to tell us about it. Bad breath can limit us socially, professionally, and romantically. Everyone has bad breath occasionally, but when...
Many adults report some anxiety seeing their family dentist. But it’s not necessarily fear that compels some people to put off their checkups. That’s especially true for men, who make fewer dental visits than women. When they do see a dentist, it’s typically not for...