How to Tell If Your Cat’s Teeth Are Hurting
Photo: Monika Surzin (Shutterstock) Maintaining healthy teeth is obviously important for us, but the same is also true for our cats. Although we may not think about a cat’s dental…
Here’s How Effective Those Teeth-Whitening Products Actually Are
Photo: Harbucks (Shutterstock) Everybody wants whiter teeth, to the point where TikTok is full of bogus home whitening recipes, and there are even chewing gums that boast (extremely minimal) teeth-whitening…
How to Know If Your Kid Really Needs Braces
Photo: Marian Weyo (Shutterstock) Braces are a common thing for kids to get, and chances are your child’s dentist will suggest you get a consultation with an orthodontist at some…
Rubbing Oranges on Your Teeth, and Other Whitening ‘Hacks’ You Shouldn’t Do
Photo: Billion Photos (Shutterstock) Who doesn’t want whiter teeth? On the other hand, who wants to volunteer for extra dentist visits, with all the time and expense they involve? Fortunately,…
There’s No Such Thing As a ‘Clean’ Toothbrush
Photo: Bilanol (Shutterstock) There are two types of people in the world. The type who thoughtlessly store their toothbrushes out in the open, in the same bathroom that harbors a…
Are Waterpiks Really Better Than Traditional Floss?
Photo: Anastasiya Tsiasemnikava (Shutterstock) Water flossers like the Waterpik have flooded the shelves of dentist offices and retailers. While their popularity is unquestionable, does Waterpik remove plaque or clean your…
How to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Clean and Avoid Expensive Dental Work
Photo: patostudio (Shutterstock) According to every dog food commercial, people want what’s best for their pets—after all, they’re a part of the family. This includes making sure they get the…
What’s the Tooth Fairy’s Going Rate These Days?
Photo: Fotocrisis (Shutterstock) Much like the two more prominent mythical creatures who visit our kids, the scope of the Tooth Fairy’s operations can vary from home to home. But unlike…
How to Clean Your Teeth When You Don’t Have a Toothbrush
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) Travel products site Minimus reports that 18% of surveyed travelers have admitted they often forget to pack a toothbrush. (Glad to hear I am not the only…
What Parents Need to Know About Kids’ Dental Hygiene During the Pandemic
Photo: Africa Studio (Shutterstock) For the past year, we’ve had to scrutinize every appointment we’ve made, every errand we’ve run, and every invitation we’ve accepted or declined. It’s been a…