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Is Charcoal Toothpaste Safe for Your Teeth? Find Out!

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Brushing your teeth with charcoal is widely popular these days. But is this new teeth whitening trend safe? Is charcoal toothpaste safe for your teeth?

10 Soft Foods to Eat After Dental Work

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Having dental work done soon? Getting your wisdom teeth removed? Here is a list of 10 soft foods to eat after dental work.

Oil Pulling For Oral Health – What You Need To Know

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Have you heard of oil pulling for oral health? What are the benefits? Find out the best oils to use and what happens to your mouth when you oil pull.

White Spots On Teeth – Causes & How to Get Rid of Them

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

White spots on your teeth? Check out this guide on possible reasons and treatment options that your teeth have white spots.

Teeth Care – The Importance Of Brushing Teeth

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Has anyone ever told you what the importance of brushing teeth actually is? Benefits of brushing your teeth. What happens if you don’t?

Gummy Smile: Causes And Treatment

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Do you have a gummy smile? There are many reasons you could have excessive gingival display. There are also many treatment options. Check out this guide to learn more.

How Does An Ultrasonic Toothbrush Work?

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Ultrasonic Toothbrush Guide: How do ultrasonic toothbrushes work? How do you use it? What are the benefits? Read more to find out all you need to know!

Mouth Ulcer – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Mouth Ulcer Guide: Causes, SIgns, Symptoms, and Treatment. How to get rid of mouth sores.. Includes at home remedies for canker sores.

5 BEST Baby Toothbrush Picks- by a Dental Hygienist

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Top 5 BEST Baby Toothbrushes List by a Pediatric Dental Hygienist.

Are Electric Toothbrushes FSA Eligible?

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Are electric toothbrushes FSA eligible? HSA eligible? FInd out everything you need to know about if your toothbrush can be claimed on your FSA/HSA account.

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Whitish tongue – What It Means & When To See Dentist

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Do you have a whitish tongue? Check out this guide to a white coated tongue. Prevention and treatment of a white looking tongue.

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Oral Cancer – Types, Stages, Symptoms, and Treatment

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Oral cancer guide with signs, symptoms and stages of oral cancer. What to look out for and treatment options for mouth cancer.

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6 Year Molars – What Every Parent Should Expect

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Six year old molar guide. What to expect when your child starts to get in the permanent 6 year molars. Pictures, symptoms and pain relief of a child’s first permanent molars.

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Tongue Bumps Guide – Here’s What You Need To Know

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Wondering what that bump on your tongue is? Check out this guide to tongue bumps. Find out the causes, cures and signs of tongue bumps.

Best Water Flossers 2020- Comparison Guide

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Check out our comprehensive best water flossers 2020 list. A comparison guide review by a dental hygienist. Top oral irrigators for optimal oral health.

Wisdom Teeth Pain – Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Your guide to all things wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth pain, signs, symptoms and pictures. Wisdom teeth pain relief and options for treatment.

What is Kiss Teeth?

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Kiss teeth, suck teeth and hissing is a common oral gesture. Find out what it means and where it originated in this article. Plus videos and examples.

BURST Floss Review & BURST Floss Promo Code

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Everything you need to know about BURST Oral Care’s latest creation, the BURST floss. Check out this review about this amazing new charcoal, expanding floss. Also includes a sweet discount!

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Cavity Guide- Tooth Decay Causes, Symptoms, Treatment +

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Tooth cavity guide. Everything you need to know about tooth decay. What causes a cavity? What does a cavity look like? How to prevent and treat dental decay.

Sensitive Teeth Guide- Causes, Symptoms,Cures & More

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Sensitive Teeth Guide: Everything you need to know about tooth sensitivity. Signs, symptoms, causes, cures and natural remedies.

Water Flosser Guide – Everything You Need To Know

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Water flosser Guide 101- Everything you need to know about oral irrigators and water flossers. The many benefits of water flossing. Which one is better string floss or water flossers?

Flossing 101 – A guide to flossing

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Teeth flossing guide 101. Everything you need to know about flossing your teeth. Why is flossing important? How to floss your teeth? The benefits of flossing and what happens if you don’t floss.

Teeth Braces Guide 101 – What You Need To Know

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Orthodontic Dental Braces Guide- The Who, What, Where, When and Why of Braces.

Electric Toothbrush vs Manual Toothbrush- Which Wins?

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Which toothbrush is better and why. The truth about toothbrushes. Comparison of sonic electric toothbrushes vs. manual and oscillating toothbrushes. Also includes BURST Oral Care promo coupon code.

What is a Dry Socket? Causes, Prevention & Treatment

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

What is a dry socket? Check out this article for causes, symptoms, signs and treatment. Also learn how to prevent a dry socket afer an extraction.

Diabetes and Oral Health-How Diabetes Affects Teeth

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

There is a distinct connection between diabetes and oral health. Find out dental problems, symptoms prevention & treatment.

Can Toothbrushes be Recycled? Re-purpose Instead!

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Care about the environment? I hope so. Learn the different ways you can recycle a toothbrush. Check out the different ways you can re-use your old brush.

How to Find the Best Dental Insurance for Your Family

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Have you ever wondered how to find the best dental insurance coverage for you and your family? Here are some great tips to find the right dental insurance.

How to Choose a Dentist- Find the Right Dentist

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Have you ever wondered how to choose a dentist? More importantly, how to choose the right dentist? Check our the tips to find your dental match.

5 Best Natural Teeth Whitening DIY Tips

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Ever wondered how to naturally whiten your teeth at home? Learn 5 easy tips to whiten your teeth naturally in the comfort of your own home!

How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush?

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Have you ever wondered how often you should replace your toothbrush? Some of these reasons to change your toothbrush may shock you!

Bruxism: How to Properly Manage Your Teeth Grinding

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding or clenching can cause many dental issues. Check out this article for causes, symptoms and treatment of bruxism.

What You Didn’t Know About Tooth Erosion

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

Do you feel like your tooth structure is wearing away? You may have tooth erosion. Find out the causes, signs, symptoms and treatment.

Chewing Ice- Bad for Your Body and Your Teeth

by Kelly Hancock, RDH

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 […]