A guide to little-known mouth disorders
Outside of routine checkups and cleanings, many people don't go to the dentist for minor oral care issues. However,...
HHS releases new fluoridation guidelines
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) officially introduced new recommendations regarding how much...
Think twice about your oral health before getting that tongue piercing
Lip, cheek and tongue piercings, as well as tongue splitting and inner lip tattoos, have all become popular means of...
Women's wellness guide to oral health
Since 1991, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women's Health (OWH) has dedicated its mission...
Understanding gum disease
Periodontal disease or periodontitis, more commonly known as gum disease, is a widespread dental health problem that is...
Coping with dental fear
Dental anxiety and dental phobia are much more common than most people realize. While going to the dentist might not be...
What we can learn from Oral Cancer Awareness Month
For more than 15 years, the Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF) has worked to raise awareness of mouth and throat cancers in...
Learning to live with dentures
Even if you make oral health a top priority, various factors can result in lost teeth. For many people, this means...