Water flossing vs. string floss: Which is better? Though some people swear by one or the other, the truth is that there are pros and cons...

Have you ever had a sinus toothache? If you have, you know how uncomfortable, distracting and painful they can be. Fortunately, tooth...

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...

Does fear of the dentist prevent you from getting the dental care you need? About one-third of American adults have dental anxiety, with...

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...