Food

4 items to replace in your refrigerator and pantry Here are four shopping list staples and their healthier, dentist-approved counterparts to pack your pantry.

5 tips for a smile friendly Thanksgiving Are you grateful for your healthy smile? This Thanksgiving, keep your teeth and gums healthy with smart food choices.

5 ways to pack your kids a healthier lunch Try these tips for packing an inexpensive school lunch that’ll also be great for your kids’ teeth.

Chocolate and your teeth Is chocolate really that bad for your teeth? Here’s what you should know about this sweet treat.

Coffee and donuts: Beware this quick fix Grabbing coffee and a donut for breakfast is a quick fix that can lead straight to dental decay. This sweet duo can cause major problems for your teeth.

Dental health tips for Valentine's Day This Valentine's Day, try these quick tips to take care of your teeth and ensure good breath.

Eating cheese can help your teeth Cheese is a delicious treat, but did you know that it’s good for your mouth? Calcium and minerals in cheese help to strengthen your teeth.

Green tea may boost dental health Got green tea? This caffeinated drink can reduce your chances of tooth decay, gum disease and even oral cancer.

Gum chewing: helpful or harmful to teeth? Believe it or not, certain chewing gums may actually help to clean your teeth. Learn more about the surprising oral health benefits of sugar-free chewing gum and gum sweetened with xylitol.

Healthy nutrition for healthy teeth Modern approaches to oral health go beyond avoiding too much sugar. Here's what you need to know to choose a healthy diet for yourself and your smile.

How do Halloween sweets stack up? What type of Halloween candy is the worst for kids' teeth? And what's the best? Learn which treats do the most harm to your kids' oral health at Halloween.

What do dentists give out for Halloween? Halloween is almost synonymous with candy and sugar. But what do dentists give out to trick-or-treaters? And which treats do dentists recommend kids avoid during the holiday?

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