Fluoride is a mineral that is added to dental products and municipal water supplies because it promotes healthy teeth and gums. At least, that’s what you’re told it does. The truth is that all of that extra fluoride can actually cause great harm to your teeth and overall health. The human body requires fluoride intake [...]

Virtually everyone encounters a bout of halitosis, or bad breath, at some point in time.  The underlying causes of bad breath can be relatively minor.  For example, many people experience unpleasant breath after consuming certain foods.  However, halitosis can also have more serious causes, such as poor oral hygiene or even illness.  Fortunately, in cases [...]

Your baby’s first teeth, or milk teeth, require special care.  It’s a good idea to clean baby’s gums before his teeth even come in.  It’s not hard to do, just wet a washcloth, wrap it around your finger and wipe away.  If he’s teething, maybe he’ll really enjoy the massage, as it will make his [...]