Do Pet Rocks Go to the Dentist?
January 22, 2013
A Japanese artist by the name of Hirotoshi Itoh is taking teeth where they've never gone before - in the mouth of a rock. Do...
Troubling Trend: Fake Braces
January 15, 2013
A new stylistic trend is taking over Asia, and has even been responsible for at least two deaths. Teens in Thailand, Indonesia and China are...
Smart Toothbrush Can Report Your Brushing Habits
January 14, 2013
In the increasing effort to have smartphones do everything in our lives, Beam Technologies has introduced a manual toothbrush that interfaces via Bluetooth with an app on...
3 Reasons Dentistry Can Be Expensive
January 7, 2013
[caption id="attachment_2728" align="aligncenter" width="415" caption="Mr. Happy Tooth"][/caption] Photo by luccawithcheese Teeth - you've got them, and you've had them most your life. You're going to have...
Battle of the Sexes: Who Has The Cleaner Mouth?
December 19, 2012
While it would seem that each sex claims to be the victor over the fight against tooth decay, studies beg to differ, and testing has...
Need a Holiday Gift Idea? Give the Gift of Dental Health
December 12, 2012
Photo courtesy of Frank Guido. This holiday season consider giving a loved one the gift of a healthy smile. Many people are unable to afford...
Tooth Fairy Door Opens the Path to Fairy World and Dental Awareness
November 27, 2012
[caption id="attachment_2482" align="aligncenter" width="570"] These doors are designed to only open inward, toward Fairy World[/caption] Main photo by: TheEnchantedDoorThere's a growing trend when it comes...
5 Books That Teach Your Kids About Dental Hygiene
November 7, 2012
As any parent knows, keeping kids interested in the importance of dental hygiene is not an easy task. Fortunately, we don't have to tackle this...
The Top 5 Scariest Movie Monster Mouths
October 31, 2012
Horror movie monsters are famous for the primal dread they bring to the human conscious and the best of them do it with but a smile...
Dental Tips: Eat Foods Rich in Vitamins A and D
October 22, 2012
Eating certain foods is key in keeping your smile healthy and white. Acidic foods like citrus fruits, sports drinks and tomatoes can erode tooth enamel....
What the Color of Your Tongue Reveals About Your Physical and Mental Health
October 19, 2012
[caption id="attachment_2318" align="aligncenter" width="500" caption="Check Out Your Tongue For Health Issues"][/caption] photo credit: madamepsychosis via photopin cc Did you know your tongue does more than...
Dental Tips: Don’t Brush Right After Eating (Wait 30 Minutes Instead)
October 15, 2012
After eating, most of us want to run to the bathroom to brush our teeth. This is especially true when you just get finished snacking...
Dental Destinations: Where to Go to Get Your Kids Excited About Dental Hygiene
October 9, 2012
If you've ever had the experience of caring for a child, you know that brushing their teeth is far from the top on their list...
Tooth Trends: Dental Tattoos
September 28, 2012
Remember the simple childhood joy of temporary tattoos? Some are trying to recapture that feeling by creating temporary tattoos on an unlikely surface - teeth....
Tooth Trends: Jewelry for Your Teeth
September 28, 2012
There's a new dental trend hitting the red carpets and it brings the phrase "dazzling smile" to a whole new level; tooth gems. Yes, you...
Tooth Trends: Buckteeth Pacifiers
September 25, 2012
With a striking resemblance to the famous Bugs Bunny, "What's Up Doc?" is something your child will be asked when wearing this new trend in...
Tooth Trends: Colored Braces
September 23, 2012
Are colored braces now a trend that is dead? Remember how just about a decade ago it was the hot item as a kid? If...
Fang Fashion: A Dental Trend We Can Really Sink Our Teeth Into
September 20, 2012
Question: What does the tooth fairy do with all those teeth? Answer: She makes jewelry, of course! The average child loses about 20 teeth by...
Tooth Trends: Dental Fangs
September 18, 2012
With the numerous vampire shows, books and movies that have recently hit the market, it is no secret that people have become a little obsessed...
Tooth Trends: “The Flipper”
September 18, 2012
Something that is under constant controversy is "The Flipper" for children who are in between losing their baby teeth and gaining their adult set. Recently,...
Biggest Breakthrough Since Flouride? Scientists May Have Found a Cure for Tooth Decay
September 17, 2012
[caption id="attachment_2097" align="aligncenter" width="500"] Toothpaste's newest friend?[/caption] Prior to the 1940's, tooth decay was a serious problem for Americans. Cavities and missing teeth were the...