Why do wisdom teeth need to be removed?

Getting your wisdom teeth is often seen as a sign of reaching adulthood, but the process does not always go smoothly. Not all wisdom teeth manage to escape from beneath the gum and bone, and being trapped can lead to problems such as infections or cysts developing....

Tips for Making Fitness a Habit

The best place to start your fitness program is in the space between your ears, the same area where Hogan advised golfers to improve their game. Making a decision to exercise and eat right is the hardest part, and sticking to it until it becomes a habit is the next...

The History of the Toothbrush

If you were stranded on a desert island, what is the one personal tool that you would want to have with you? No, computers, tablets, or phones are allowed. With that thought in mind, your answer might actually be a toothbrush. The history of the toothbrush tells us...

Great Holiday Gifts You Can Make or Almost Free

  With the holidays coming up, you might be eyeing your bank account warily and wondering how you’ll be able to afford gifts for your loved ones this holiday season. If you are short on cash, why not try to make some of your gifts?   While the idea of...

How to Keep Common Dental Problems Away in Old Age

Oral hygiene, regardless of age, is an important factor for personal hygiene. It is quite common for senior citizens to develop oral problems. Understanding these problems is the first step to ensure good oral health.This article focuses on the dental problems that...

Don’t Let the Holidays Crash Your Energy

The winter holidays can feel a bit like a triathlon.  You see the race coming, you’ve trained long and hard, but you’re never quite ready for that marathon of shopping, baking, decorating and entertaining.  While the period between Thanksgiving and the New...

How to Find Out if You’re Grinding Your Teeth

  Grinding your teeth, formally known as bruxism, is a common sleep condition that affects people of all ages. It can damage your teeth over time and lead to other dental complications. You can’t consciously control your teeth-grinding, as you unconsciously...

Dental Symptoms That Should Never Be Ignored

Experiencing changes in your mouth is often a sign of a serious condition. Even with bi-annual dental checkups, it is possible for you to experience a problem with your teeth or gums unexpectedly. You should never ignore dental symptoms that arise simply because they...