Blog Archive
Older entries from the NewMouth editorial library, including treatment explainers, product guides, and condition-based oral health articles.
What Happens if You Don't Wear Your Retainer After Braces?
Risks of Not Wearing Your Retainers for a Month Retainers help keep teeth in their new position while the bone regrows after orthodontic treatment. People often wear retainers after wearing braces or undergoing jaw surge...
Invisalign vs. Braces: Which Is Best for You?
Braces and Invisalign (a brand of clear aligners) are popular orthodontic treatments that straighten teeth. But which of these options is best for you? Compare Invisalign aligners and braces to help narrow down the right...
Tongue Piercing Infection: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
Tongue Ring Infections: How They Develop A tongue ring is a piece of jewelry that's inserted through a pierced hole in the tongue. While tongue rings are popular, they come with risks, including infections. 1 Tongue ring...
Tetracycline Teeth Staining Causes and Treatment
Antibiotics in the tetracycline family can cause permanent intrinsic tooth staining. Learn why it happens, who is at risk, and how dentists treat tetracycline teeth staining.
Is Chewing Gum Good or Bad For You?
Is Chewing Gum Good or Bad? Chewing gum is a popular way to reduce boredom or freshen your breath. It can also be used as a behavioral replacement for smoking or binge eating or to deliver nicotine more safely. 1 The hea...
Mouth Tape for Sleep (Snoring)
What is Mouth Tape for Sleep? Mouth tape is an adhesive strip you can apply over your mouth to encourage nose breathing while asleep. People who breathe through their mouths during sleeping are more likely to have sleep...
How to Clean Your Tongue and Prevent Bad Breath
Key Takeaways Like the rest of your mouth, the tongue requires cleaning to stay healthy The best way to clean your tongue is by using a tongue scraper You can also brush your tongue, rinse, and use antibacterial mouthwas...
What Are Teeth Made of? Are They Bones?
What are Teeth Made of? Teeth are made up of four different types of tissue, both hard and soft. These layers of tissue perform specific functions and are essential to keeping your teeth healthy and strong. Enamel, denti...
DMD vs. DDS: What's The Difference?
What's the Difference Between a DMD and DDS? To become a licensed dentist, aspiring dentists must obtain one of two degrees: a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). DMD and DDS degrees are...
What Is Silver Diamine Fluoride, SDF?
What is Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)? Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a topical liquid that is approved by the FDA for treatment of tooth sensitivity. An off-label use is to arrest, or slow the progression, of tooth de...
How to Tell When Your Wisdom Teeth Are Coming In
Wisdom teeth can bring a mix of curiosity and concern, especially when you're not sure whether the pressure or soreness you're feeling is normal. These back molars usually show up in your late teens or early twenties, an...
What Are Sulfur Burps?
If you've encountered the unpleasant sensation of a rotten egg-smelling burp, rest assured that you are not alone. Sulfur burps, medically termed the release of hydrogen sulfide gas, are a frequent occurrence. Before bec...
Can You Use Expired Toothpaste?
Using expired toothpaste isn't necessarily dangerous. However, there are a few things you should keep in mind. The most significant issue with expired toothpaste is its reduced effectiveness. When your toothpaste goes ov...
How to Safely Pull a Loose Tooth
If a child has loose baby teeth, it's generally safe to pull them out at home. However, it's best to let them fall out on their own. On the other hand, you should never pull an adult tooth by yourself. It's safer to go t...
11 Causes of Jaw and Ear Pain
It's common to experience jaw and ear pain simultaneously. Many possible causes can create mild aches to intense pain. Let's learn about them here.
Why Does the Roof of My Mouth Hurt?
A sore spot on the roof of your mouth can make eating, drinking, and talking uncomfortable. Although most causes are minor and clear up quickly, the pain can still feel disruptive when you're trying to get through your d...
Can You Swallow Your Tongue? (Plus Seizure First Aid)
Can you swallow your tongue? Learn the truth about the topic, including common myths, tongue-related emergencies, and more.
Mouth Piercings - Types, Cleaning, Safety & Risks
Read about the different types of mouth piercings and how to choose a reputable piercing studio. We also cover cleaning practices, signs of infection, and more.
How Does Pregnancy Affect Your Oral Health?
Pregnancy gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums caused by pregnancy. Learn everything you need about the condition, including symptoms, causes, and more.
Are Veneers Painful?
Do veneers hurt? This article gives a comprehensive guide to the procedure steps, the recovery process, potential side effects, and more.
White Spots on Tongue: 7 Causes and How to Treat Them
If you have white spots on your tongue and are wondering what they are, here's what to know. It discusses five possible causes, treatments, and more.
Is Xylitol Toothpaste Good For You?
Want to know all about xylitol toothpaste? This article discusses what it is, its benefits, effects, potential side effects, and more.
Do Cavity Fillings Hurt?
Do cavity fillings hurt? In this post, you'll learn how to tell if you have a cavity, what the pain level is during the filling process, and more.
What Do Red Dots on the Tongue Mean?
Do you have red dots on your tongue? This article discusses eight possible causes, prevention methods, and home remedies.