1. Tooth Enamel Is the Hardest Substance in the Human Body. Move over, bones! The outer layer protecting our teeth is the hardest thing in our bodies. The next layer down, dentin, is also stronger
Fun Fact: Cotton Candy is a dentist’s creation. A dentist named William J. Morrison, born 1860, was president of the Tennessee State Dental Association in 1894 and something of a polymath and dabbler. In 1897, Morrison
The beginning of January is the perfect time to set goals and make resolutions for the upcoming year. While many people focus on eating right and working out, dental health and improved confidence should also
Smile Direct Club (and lesser known competitors) promise customers a “self-treatment” option for misaligned teeth using mail-order aligners. While cheap, convenient, at home braces might sound tempting, don’t be fooled. Moving teeth is a complex biological process. Although
Babies have natural sucking reflexes, which can cause them to put their thumbs or fingers into their mouths. Ultrasound images reveal that thumb sucking often happens even before birth. It’s a baby’s way to feel secure
Did you know that according to the American Dental Association (ADA), only about 12 percent of Americans floss as recommended, once daily? Flossing is not a new concept. While the modern floss may look a lot different than historical floss, the goal is the same: to dislodge food from
