You’ve been hearing about cavities probably since your first Halloween — when you wanted to eat that whole bag of candy and go to bed without brushing. But have you ever stopped to wonder what a cavity actually is, what causes it, and how to prevent them? You’ve heard that it’s the sugar, and if […]
There are plenty of reasons to quit smoking. Smoking can raise the risk of various autoimmune diseases like lupus or Graves disease. It has been linked to nearly 15 forms of cancer, and it can significantly increase your chances of lung disease, heart disease, and other smoking-related illnesses. In fact, many doctors consider quitting smoking […]
Celebrities are often treated as the pinnacle of fashion. You see their faces on magazines like Vogue or GQ, sporting the latest trends from the hottest designers, and on social media with millions of likes. That being said, this attention isn’t […]
There are plenty of reasons why getting your wisdom teeth removed is a good idea. It can prevent overcrowding in your mouth, which will eventually cause your teeth to shift and become crooked, and it can also prevent cavities and gum disease in the future. Regardless of the reasons for getting your [link […]
The mouth can be a strange, dark place. We put food into it and somehow, through the process of chewing and swallowing, that food turns into energy, allowing to do all that we do. If you’ve ever stopped to think about the average number of taste buds on your tongue, around 2-4 thousand, or that […]
