Let’s walk you through the steps of a typical root canal, so you know just what to expect.

Looking to cut back on sugar? Great choice for your health—and we support it! However, while many foods and drinks are advertised as “sugar-

An electric toothbrush can be a game-changer for your oral hygiene, but only if used correctly. Follow our comprehensive guide to ensure you

Here at Dr. Smilee Dental of Waco , we’ve seen it all – and that includes people who have caused permanent damage to their gums or teeth...

Oral thrush, or oropharyngeal candidiasis , is a fungal infection in the mouth caused by a yeast called Candida . Some amounts of Candida...

Habitual teeth grinding, aka bruxism, wears down teeth over time and greatly increases your risk of damaged teeth and gums. Sleep bruxism...

What are the best foods and drinks for a healthy mouth? In general, what’s good for your body is also good for your teeth. For example,...

How much sugar did the average person consume in the 1700s vs. today? And what does our increased sugar consumption do to our oral,...

Would you consider your teeth as living things? It might come as a surprise given how hard they are, but our teeth are indeed living...

Do you know how much bacteria is in the human mouth? Estimates vary between 500 to 700 different species of bacteria, and between 6...

People today consume an astounding amount of sugar – nearly 300% of the recommended amount! Over the past few decades, added sugars in...

Are you a daily coffee drinker? 64% of American adults are! In fact, Americans drink about 400 million cups of coffee every single day....

If you plan to get a dental implant, you might be told that you need a sinus lift surgery first. But what exactly is a sinus lift, and...

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil,...

Imagine losing a front tooth due to a sports injury, or painfully cracking a tooth due to habitual teeth grinding. The trauma of the...

You've heard of dental fillings and crowns, but have you heard of inlays and onlays? In the past, dental crowns were always the go-to...

Baby teeth may be temporary, but they are incredibly important! They play a big role in a growing child’s speech, digestion, and social...

Diet sodas may be a tempting choice for people seeking to cut down on sugar and calorie intake, but the truth is that “diet” sodas may...

Have you been thinking about choosing a New Year’s resolution lately? Among the most common New Year’s resolutions are ones related to...

November is National Diabetes Month, and we want to do our part in raising awareness of the effects of diabetes on oral health! An...