If you took your fingernail and scraped it along your molars, what would you find? If you are like most people, your fingernail would come out with a thin filmy substance called plaque. In fact, according to the ADA, 82% of people do not do a thorough job removing plaque from the back teeth. And [...]

If plaque is left to sit on the surfaces of the teeth it turns into tartar, which is also called calculus. When it turns to tartar, it becomes a composite of minerals, food, and other bacteria that cannot be brushed away. You can feel it with your fingertips, and may not be able to scrape [...]

Last week several national dental organizations wrote to the State Department to voice their opinion about the international talks that are underway discussing the environmental impact of mercury and ways in which to minimize the introduction of mercury into the environment by way of regulating industries such as the dental industry that uses dental amalgam [...]

Don’t you wish you could get that ‘fresh from the dentist’ feeling every time after you brush your teeth at home? Getting your teeth professionally cleaned is an exhilarating experience, that doesn’t hurt. It naturally makes you wonder what it is the hygienist does that cleans the plaque off your teeth so effectively. Cleaning by [...]

No one likes to go to the dentist and find out that they have cavities, plaque build-up, or worse diseases like gum disease. Everyone knows that brushing and flossing your teeth are vital components to health and well-being, but there are some things you may not know! Sugar in all its forms is the number [...]

If you have been to the dentist and told that you have excessive plaque – you may be concerned. Many people who take great care of their teeth (or think they do) go to the dentist to find that they have plaque build-up and tartar. This may have you frantically searching for a special plaque [...]

Check out any home remedy book and you will see that balsamic vinegar is a stand by remedy for a large host of ailments. What you may not know is that balsamic vinegar is also a great partner in the war against plaque build-up. You have to be careful to not use too much, or [...]

When plaque builds up in the mouth, it becomes tartar. Tartar is a mineral compound that adheres to your teeth and destroys the enamel as well as the healthy gum tissue. For many people, excessive plaque and tartar build-up requires extensive dental treatment. Consider the catch phrase that ‘an ounce of prevention is worth a [...]

Many people believe that brushing teeth every day is the sure fire way to keep plaque from building up on their teeth. Unfortunately, brushing alone doesn’t work and when plaque build-up becomes excessive, the plaque turns to tartar which is best removed by a dentist. Plaque is germs. These germs are invisible and coat the [...]

Just because you have dentures doesn’t mean that you don’t have to be diligent about removing plaque. Plaque occurs naturally inside the mouth and can build up on dentures just as it can on regular teeth. Luckily, there are several steps you can take to make sure your dentures remain plaque-free! Perhaps the most convenient [...]

There are plenty of floss picks on the market today making it difficult to decide which ones are the best. When used properly, they all work to some degree and often spending less will only cause you trouble. The good news is that for under $15 you can get a 30-pack of the Crest Glide [...]

Do you floss your teeth? Many people ignore this important part of their dental hygiene because they feel it is too difficult. Luckily, the Floss Mate Floss Holder has come to the rescue. Essentially the Floss mate Floss Holder is a holder that is specifically made for floss so that people can floss one handed. [...]

One of the newer crazes in the dental world is floss picks. Okay, so they aren’t brand new – but they are a convenient way to get the flossing benefits on the go. Many people find that the flossing picks are easier to use that trying to intertwine floss through their fingers and like the [...]

Thin, waxed, wax free, filament, or nylon. These are just some of the choices you have when it comes to choosing dental floss that works the best. With so many variations, it is difficult for people to decide which one is the best. The answer is the one that you like to use the most [...]

There is nothing more frustrating that flossing your teeth and ending up with frayed, ripped or torn dental floss. Most of the time, this occurs because you are using the wrong kind of dental floss for you or are engaging in improper flossing techniques. The first thing to consider is the type of floss you [...]