How Apples are Good for Your Teeth

How Apples are Good for Your Teeth

People have been asserting that “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” since the 19th century. While it may not necessarily be true that those who eat apples never have to see a doctor, apples certainly have great health benefits for our bodies! Did you know they can...
What Are The Effects of Soda On Your Teeth?

What Are The Effects of Soda On Your Teeth?

Have you ever seen those videos where someone puts a baby tooth in a glass of soda and watches it decay? Well, the effect of soda in an actual mouth is a bit different. You have your saliva to help wash away the sugar, you eat other things throughout the day, and...
What Kinds of Foods Cause Tooth Decay?

What Kinds of Foods Cause Tooth Decay?

When it comes to tooth decay, it’s important to know the main culprit – acid. Acid is what eats away at our enamel and causes cavities. Acid can enter our mouths in one of two ways: either directly through what we eat (citrus fruits, for example), or as a byproduct...
How Being Vegan Affects Your Teeth

How Being Vegan Affects Your Teeth

There is no doubt that a plant-based diet is optimal for health. Omnivores and vegans alike benefit from the nutrients present in plants. But how does what we eat relate to our dental health? Is a vegan diet better or worse for dental health? Well, it depends. There...
Make a Mouth-Friendly Grocery List

Make a Mouth-Friendly Grocery List

Don’t let your grocery-buying habits throw your healthy resolutions for a loop! Give your fridge and pantry a makeover with these mouth-friendly shopping tips. Here’s what to keep and what to toss. Keep: Milk Toss: Chocolate milk Your mom was right: Drink your milk....