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Chewing Ice- Bad for Your Body and Your Teeth

Find yourself constantly chewing ice? You are not alone. Chewing ice can be normal but if you feel the need to chew on ice often then it could be a sign of something more serious. Many people report having cravings for nonfood materials like chalk, dirt, and ice. This condition is called Pica. Pica is a unique condition whereby individuals crave nonfood materials. The form of Pica that causes the […]

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Gingivitis 101: Symptoms of Gingivitis & Treatment

Let’s go straight to the point, shall we? Have you heard of gingivitis? Probably. But do you know what it actually is? Do you know the symptoms of Gingivitis? What causes it? How to treat Gingivitis? Probably not, so you have come to the right place. What Is Gingivitis? Gingivitis is actually a mild, but common, form of gum disease that causes inflammation, swelling, redness, and irritation of your gingiva. […]

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WYT Whitening Review- Professional Whitening @ Home

What is WYT Whitening? WYT Whitening is a new professional grade whitening system you can use in the comfort of your own home. Check out my WYT whitening review and before and afters below! Designed by a cosmetic dentist The same LED light technology used in dental offices No Sensitivity formula Connects to your phone-scroll as you whiten 10 year warranty on LED light FDA approved Natural ingredients Vegan, cruelty […]

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Steraligner Dental Appliance Cleaner- Does it Work?

As a dental hygienist, patients seem to have a difficult time finding a good product to clean their dental appliances or retainers with. It seems as if most of them leave their clear aligners cloudy or not clean enough. I had been hearing amazing feedback about Steraligner so I tested it out for myself. Why do you need to clean aligners? Dirty aligners and dental appliances can cause lots of […]

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10 Mouthwash Benefits- More Than Just Mouth Wash!

Mouthwash or mouth rinse is definitely one of the best oral health care products. Sure we all brush our teeth (hopefully) and some of us floss (we all should be). But do you use mouthwash? Do you know about all the amazing benefits mouthwash can provide? Mouthwash has many fantastic benefits and can play a key role in our oral health. Mouthwash Benefits: According to the American Academy of Dentistry, […]

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What Are Toothbrushes Made of?

Have you ever wondered what toothbrushes are made of? If you said yes, you might be a certified tooth nerd like me. I’m obsessed with all things dental hygiene and I love learning random facts about the dental field. Or maybe you need to know for a school project or something. Either way, here we are, to find out what toothbrushes are made of. So… What are toothbrushes made of? […]

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Plaque on Teeth? How to Tell and Remove!

Plaque on teeth? How do you know if your kids are brushing their teeth well? What about you? Are you doing a good job brushing your own teeth? Are you or your children getting the third degree about oral hygiene every time you go to the dentist? Plaque on your teeth can be very damaging to the teeth, gums and body. It is the number one cause of damage to […]

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Pregnancy and Teeth- Your Guide to Oral Health

How To Take Care of Your Teeth During Pregnancy As a dental hygienist, I am often asked several questions about teeth during pregnancy.  Some questions I’m often asked are: How can I take care of my teeth while pregnant? Does pregnancy take calcium from your teeth? Can I take x-rays while pregnant? Should I avoid the dentist while pregnant? Can pregnancy mess up your teeth? In this article I will […]

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How to Get Rid of Stains on Teeth

How to get rid of stains on teeth Having stains on your teeth can affect your confidence big time. While there are many factors that contribute to teeth discoloration, most of them are controllable. You can control what you put inside your mouth that affects the color of your teeth. Hi, I’m Kelly, registered dental hygienist and I am here to talk to you about how to get rid of […]

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BURST WHITENING TOOTHPASTE REVIEW

 BURST Whitening Toothpaste Review Since I’m already in love with every other product BURST has to offer I might as well try the BURST whitening toothpaste! As a BURST Ambassador I can save you $3 off and up to 42% off of the rest of their amazing products so be sure to visit www.burstoralcare.com and type in burst promo code FFERVX to save!! Here is my review of the new […]

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