A clinical review of halitosis: pooled prevalence near 32%, a predominantly intra-oral origin driven by tongue coating and periodontal disease, the limits of self-assessment, and a management evidence base that remains low certainty.
A review of the evidence on root caries in middle-aged and older adults: global prevalence, the periodontal–cariologic interface, risk assessment, and the comparative efficacy of high-fluoride dentifrice and silver diamine fluoride.
A review of the evidence on powered vs. manual toothbrushing, brushing technique, toothbrush-related gingival trauma, and the comparative efficacy of interdental cleaning devices.
A clinical review of dental fear and anxiety: global prevalence estimates, the vicious-cycle model, validated assessment instruments, and the comparative efficacy of behavioral and pharmacologic management.
A review of the evidence linking gastroesophageal reflux disease to dental erosion: epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnostic grading, and management considerations.
A review of the evidence on intraoral and perioral piercing complications: prevalence, periodontal and dental sequelae, systemic risks, and management considerations.
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month: how chemotherapy and bone-strengthening medicines can affect your mouth, why a dental visit before treatment helps, and how you can support breast cancer research.
Sports drinks are acidic and sugary, but the real risk depends on how you sip. Here is what the research says and simple ways to protect your enamel.
Knocked-out tooth, cracked tooth, or a toothache that won’t quit? Here is what to do in the first hour, when to call us, and when to head to the ER.
About 1 in 3 people have bad breath, yet many can’t smell their own. Here is how to check honestly, where the odor usually comes from (hint: not your stomach), and which fixes the evidence supports.
About half of Americans take a prescription medicine. Many common ones can dry your mouth, change your gums, or affect dental treatment. Here is what to watch for — and why you should never stop a medicine on your own.
How often you eat sugar matters as much as how much. A plain-language guide to the foods that protect your teeth and gums — and the habits that quietly wear them down.
Dentists recommend a child’s first dental visit by age one — here’s what really happens at that appointment, how to prepare your little one, and the daily habits that keep baby teeth healthy.
Cavities do not only form on the chewing surfaces of teeth. When gums recede, the softer root surface becomes exposed — and it decays faster. Here is who is at risk, what to watch for, and how to protect your roots.
Electric or manual? Floss, interdental brushes, or a water flosser? Here is what the research actually shows about cleaning your teeth at home.
About 1 in 8 adults has high dental anxiety. Here’s what causes it, why avoiding care makes it worse, and the coping tools and options that genuinely work.
Frequent heartburn or acid reflux does not just affect your stomach. It can quietly erode tooth enamel. Learn the warning signs and how to protect your smile.
Thinking about a tongue or lip piercing — or already have one? Learn how oral piercings can affect your teeth and gums, and how to protect your smile.
That painful spot in or around your mouth could be a canker sore or a cold sore — and they’re not the same thing. Here’s how to tell them apart, what causes each, and how to find relief.
From youth soccer to weekend basketball, one small piece of gear prevents most sports-related dental injuries. Here’s how to choose the right mouthguard for your family — and what to do if a tooth gets knocked out.
Smoking and vaping both take a real toll on your teeth and gums — from stains and bad breath to gum disease and oral cancer. Learn what tobacco and e-cigarettes do to your mouth, why “switching to vaping” isn’t harmless, and how your smile recovers when you quit.
Grinding or clenching your teeth — bruxism — is common and often happens without you knowing it. Learn what causes it, the damage it can do, the warning signs, and how a simple night guard and a few habit changes can protect your teeth and jaw.
Oral and throat cancers are more survivable when caught early — and HPV has quietly become a leading cause. Learn the warning signs, the real risk factors, how the HPV vaccine helps, and what happens during a dental oral cancer screening.
Dry mouth is more than an annoyance — it raises your risk of cavities and gum disease. Learn the common causes of xerostomia, why saliva matters so much, and the practical steps that bring lasting relief.
Considering dental implants? Here’s a plain-language guide to how they work, who’s a candidate, what the process and recovery look like, how they compare to bridges and dentures, and how to keep them healthy for life.
Gum disease is one of the most common health conditions in the world — and one of the quietest. In its early stages it rarely
Walk down any drugstore aisle and you’ll find dozens of products promising a brighter smile — strips, pens, LED kits, charcoal pastes, even whitening chewing
The classic every-six-months rule may not be right for everyone. Learn what the evidence actually says about dental visit frequency, which patients need more frequent care, and how to find the schedule that fits your specific oral health profile.
Sharp pain from hot coffee or cold ice cream? Tooth sensitivity affects 1 in 8 adults. Learn the most common causes — from enamel erosion to gum recession — and what Fridman Family Dental Care can do to help.
Fluoride is one of the most common topics parents ask us about. Here’s a plain-language guide covering safety, dosing by age, water fluoridation, fluorosis, and in-office treatments — from the team at Fridman Family Dental Care.
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