Quick Summary Bruxism is teeth grinding or clenching that can occur during sleep or while awake, often linked to stress, sleep apnea, or misaligned teeth, and may cause jaw pain, headaches, tooth damage, and sensitivity. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms and...
Quick Summary Invisalign's patent protection is expiring, with 40 key patents ending in October 2017 and an average of 23 more expiring each year through 2018 and beyond, which is expected to bring more competitors into the clear aligner market and reduce treatment...
Quick Summary Fresh whole fruit is the best choice for your teeth because dried, canned, and juice forms contain concentrated or added sugars that feed cavity-causing bacteria, plus acids that weaken enamel. Dried fruit is especially risky since it sticks to teeth...
Quick Summary Bad breath happens when bacteria in your mouth feed on food debris and release foul-smelling odors, and morning breath occurs because saliva production drops during sleep, allowing bacteria to multiply in a dry mouth. Brushing after every meal, drinking...
Quick Summary Maintaining a healthy weight through regular exercise protects against type 2 diabetes and heart disease, which are strongly linked to gum disease, 22 percent of diabetes patients and 91 percent of heart disease patients have periodontal disease....
Quick Summary You can get professional take-home teeth whitening trays using the Opalescence system while supporting local children in need, with 100% of proceeds donated to help fund weekend meals for food-insecure students. The whitening trays can be refilled...
