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Water Flossers Vs. String Floss

Jan 27th 2021

Essential Part of an Oral Care Routine Water Flosser Vs. String Floss Which is Better? Essential Part of an Oral Care Routine It’s recommended that you floss at … read more

How to Use Water Flossers

Jan 27th 2021

The Importance of Using a Water Flosser What Is a Water Flosser? How to Use a Water Flosser The Importance of Using a Water Flosser We all understand the importance of brushing y … read more

Oral-B’s Best Electric Toothbrush of 2021

Jan 6th 2021

What is the Best Electric Toothbrush for You? Oral-B iO: The Most Awarded Toothbrush of 2020 Our Most Innovative Cleaning Technology Oral-B GENIUS 3D Cleaning Action Tec … read more

OUR VISION: HEALTHIER SMILES FOR ALL

Jan 6th 2021

Our Vision: Healthier Smiles for All Crest and Oral-B believe a smile is worth the world and that all Americans deserve healthy smiles. However, tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic disease i … read more

Tonsil Stones: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Jul 1st 2020

What are Tonsil Stones? Causes of Tonsil Stones Symptoms of Tonsil Stones Tonsil Stone Treatment and Removal Preventing Tonsil Stones You may have … read more

Kidney Disease and Oral Health

May 16th 2020

Symptoms of Kidney Disease Kidney Disease and Dental Treatment Symptoms of Kidney Disease If you or someone you know has kidney disease, don’t neglect your dental health. … read more

Getting Braces as an Adult

May 16th 2020

Why do Adults Choose to Get Braces? Why do I Need Them Again? Are There Any Downsides? Many people associate braces with middle school but getting braces as an adult is becoming much mor … read more

How to Straighten Teeth without Braces

May 15th 2020

Braces are not the only way to achieve a straighter smile. Depending on your specific condition, there are other options besides braces to consider. Even though braces have shown to be very … read more

Geographic Tongue: Causes & Treatments

May 15th 2020

Geographic Tongue Causes Geographic Tongue Treatment Many factors can cause infections in the mouth, but one of the oddest-looking oral conditions is not connected to an infe … read more

Dental Grills: Are They Bad for Your Teeth?

May 15th 2020

What are Grills? Grills Promote Plaque Buildup and Tooth Decay Pay Attention to Your Oral Hygiene What are Grills? Dental grills, also known as “grillz,” have become popula … read more

How Tongue Scrapers Work

May 15th 2020

Do Tongue Scrapers Help Bad Breath? How Do Tongue Scrapers Work? Do Tongue Scrapers Help Bad Breath? If you suffer from halitosis, or chronic bad breath, you’re pr … read more

How to Keep Loose Teeth from Falling Out

May 15th 2020

Adult, or permanent teeth, are designed to last a lifetime. Which is why losing a tooth can be alarming. Fortunately, applying a few early prevention techniques can help keep your teeth from … read more

Effects of Chemotherapy on Oral Health

May 15th 2020

Chemotherapy and Oral Health Bleeding Gums from Chemotherapy Chemotherapy and Oral Health For a number of medically important reasons, it’s vital that cancer patients not neg … read more

The History of Dental Floss

May 15th 2020

Who Invented Dental Floss? When Was Dental Floss Invented? Dental Floss Innovations (1940-1950) Dental Floss Today Over the years, anthropologists have found evidence that ancien … read more

Waxed Dental Floss: Uses and Benefits

May 15th 2020

Choosing A Dental Floss Why Use Floss? Benefits of Waxed Floss Choosing A Dental Floss Choosing a dental floss is as individual as choosing any other personal hygie … read more

The History of Mouthwash

May 15th 2020

Oral Hygiene Dates Back to Ancient Times When Was Mouthwash Invented? Mouthwashes for Special Needs The Bottom Line with Mouthwash Oral Hygiene D … read more

Squeezing the Most Out of Your Tube of Toothpaste

May 15th 2020

What Happens When You Squeeze Toothpaste? How to Squeeze Toothpaste Electric Toothbrush with Toothpaste Almost all of us try to save money by getting the most out of everything. Th … read more

How to Clean Your Dental Implants

May 15th 2020

Dental Implant Risk Factors How to Clean Your Dental Implant The success of your dental implant relies heavily on your oral hygiene. Now that you’ve improved the appearance your smil … read more

HPV in the Mouth - Types and Symptoms

May 15th 2020

What is HPV? Types of HPV HPV Oral Symptoms What is HPV? HPV infections are most common among teens and women aged 25 years and younger who are sexually active. Having many … read more

Monitor Your Dental Fillings to Help Manage Plaque

May 15th 2020

When Should You Get a Dental Filling? What's the Process of Getting a Dental Filling? What are Dental Fillings Made of? How Should You Monitor Your Dental Fillings? When Should You G … read more

Leukemia and Gingivitis

May 15th 2020

Gingivitis Is Common in Leukemia Patients Leukemia can increase your risk of developing gum disease. Gingivitis can be an early symptom of leukemia, especially in childre … read more

Oral Care for Cancer Patients

May 15th 2020

Oral Complications Side Effects of Chemotherapy 1/3 Undergoing Cancer Treatment Will Have Oral Complications Approximately one-third of people who undergo treatment for … read more

Oral Thrush: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments

May 2nd 2020

What is Oral Thrush? Oral Thrush Symptoms Oral Thrush Causes Oral Thrush Treatment Oral Thrush in Babies and New Borns How is Oral Thrush Diagnosed … read more

Smoking vs. Oral Cancer: Types, Symptoms & Prevention

May 1st 2020

What Kind of Cancer Does Smoking Cause? What are the Symptoms of Oral Cancer? How to Prevent Oral Cancer What Kind of Cancer Does Smoking Cause? Quitting smoking … read more

Types of Toothpaste: Benefits & Differences

May 1st 2020

What is the Best Type of Toothpaste for You? Types of Toothpaste Keep Up with a Good Oral Care Routine These days, you may feel overwhelmed by the type … read more

Retainer for Teeth and a Perfect Smile

May 1st 2020

What are Retainers? Wearing Retainers After Braces How to Clean Your Retainer What are Retainers? Retainers are custom-made appliances that consist of a plastic … read more

Make Oral Care and Flossing Fun for Kids

May 1st 2020

Make Brushing Fun for Kids Make Flossing Fun for Kids Tips to Make Oral Health Care Fun Making Kids Comfortable with Dentists Establish an Oral C … read more

When To Start Flossing

May 1st 2020

When to Start Flossing Children's Teeth? How to Start Flossing Your Child's Teeth When to Start Flossing Children's Teeth? You should start flossing your children’s teet … read more

Vitamin C, Calcium, and Oral Health

May 1st 2020

Calcium for Teeth Vitamin C for Gums Recommended Vitamin C and Calcium Dosages Follow a Complete Oral Hygiene Routine Eating a variety of nutritious food … read more

Teeth Stains: Causes, Removal and Whiter Teeth

May 1st 2020

How Does Teeth Whitening Work? Teeth Stain Removal Teeth Stain Causes How to Get Whiter Teeth Questions Related to Teeth Stains How Does Teeth Whitening Wo … read more

Cavity Treatments: What are Ways to Treat Cavities?

May 1st 2020

Types of Cavities Cavity Treatments for Different Kinds of Cavities Can Cavities Go Away? Cavities in teeth aren’t just a painful inconvenience that you can just hope w … read more

Thumb Sucking - Effects on Teeth, Prevention & Remedies

May 1st 2020

When Do Children Stop Thumb Sucking? Is Thumb Sucking Bad? How to Stop Thumb Sucking It’s not uncommon for a child to suck his or her thumb, lip or a finger, as a … read more

Dental Floss Types - The Pros and Cons

May 1st 2020

Types of Dental Floss The Benefits of Flavored Floss Disposable Dental Flossers Do Electric Flossers Work? Types of Dental Floss The choices for a produc … read more

Using Fluoride Mouthwash

Apr 30th 2020

Using a Fluoride Mouthwash Steps to Follow When Using Fluoride Mouthwash Using a Fluoride Mouthwash Many dental professionals believe that tw … read more

Types of Mouthwash: Find the One That Works for You

Apr 30th 2020

Know the Different Types of Mouthwash What You Need to Remember One of the key things you'll need to know when considering which type of mouthwash to use for your or … read more

Types of Sports Mouthguards to Protect Teeth

Apr 30th 2020

What Do Mouthguards Do? Mouthguards for Sports Do Mouthguards Work? What Do Mouthguards Do? Mouthguards, also called sports guards or mouth/teeth protectors, ref … read more

Denture Adhesives: What They Are and How They Work

Apr 30th 2020

What is Denture Adhesive? How Does Denture Adhesive Work? Stop Using Denture Adhesives If... What is Denture Adhesive? Denture adhesive is a non-toxic, water-sol … read more

Dental Crowns: How Teeth Crowns Work

Apr 30th 2020

Are Dental Crowns Necessary? How Dental Crowns Work Teeth Whitening for Crowns and Veneers Are Dental Crowns Necessary? When a tooth is fractured, has a lar … read more

Dental Implants vs. Dentures

Apr 30th 2020

Dental Implants or Dentures? Should I Get Dental Implants? Oral Care Routine for Dental Implants According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial S … read more

The Importance of Regular Dental Visits

Apr 30th 2020

How Often Should You Go to the Dentist? What Goes On During a Dentist Visit? How Often Should You Go to the Dentist? Have you ever wondered why the American Dental … read more

OrthoEssentials Program

Apr 30th 2020

Managing your oral health is a whole different story when you've got braces. That's why Oral-B and Crest have teamed up with the American Association of Orthodontists and orthodontists world … read more

How to Stop Tooth Decay

Apr 30th 2020

Is There a Cure for Tooth Decay? What is Tooth Decay? What Causes Tooth Decay? How Does A Cavity Happen? How to Prevent Tooth Decay from Getting Worse … read more

Tooth Decay and Cavities: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Apr 30th 2020

What Is a Cavity? What Causes Cavities and Tooth Decay? Signs and Symptoms of Tooth Decay and Cavities Cavity and Tooth Decay Treatment How to Prevent Cavi … read more

The Benefits of Good Oral Hygiene

Apr 30th 2020

Why is Good Oral Hygiene Important? How Much Does Dental Cost? Go to Dental Cleanings and Appointments A Recommended Dental Care Routine AAA W … read more

Finding a Good Dentist

Apr 30th 2020

How to Find a Good Dentist Dental Options to Consider How to Find a Good Dentist Finding the right dentist for you and your family involves a combination of factors. … read more

What to Do in a Dental Emergency

Apr 30th 2020

What to Do in a Dental Emergency? Quick Fixes for Dental Emergencies Pediatric Dental Emergencies What to Do in a Dental Emergency? It’s always best to be prepar … read more

Questions About Braces

Apr 30th 2020

Are there any alternatives to braces? What's the best age to get braces? What does "Phase I" and "Phase II" treatment mean? How long do people have to wear braces? … read more

Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) Causes and Treatments

Apr 30th 2020

What are Canker Sores? Causes of Canker Sores What Do Canker Sores Look Like? Canker Sores Treatments Keep Up with a Good Oral Care Routine What are … read more

How to Brush Your Teeth With a Manual Toothbrush

Apr 30th 2020

What Does Brushing Your Teeth Do? How to Clean Your Teeth at Home How Long Should You Brush Your Teeth For? Steps for Brushing Your Teeth Properly What Does Brushi … read more

Dysgeusia In Pregnant Women

Apr 30th 2020

What is Dysgeusia? When Does Dysgeusia Start in Pregnancy? What is Dysgeusia? Some pregnant women experience a condition called Dysgeusia, or changes in the tastebu … read more