How to Stop Bleeding Gums When You Brush
A little blood on the toothbrush is common and easy to ignore, yet it is usually the gums asking for gentler, more thorough cleaning and a visit to the dental team.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
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How to Strengthen Teeth and Protect Your Enamel
The hard outer shell of each tooth loses and regains minerals all day long, and a handful of habits decide which way that balance tips.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
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Plaque vs Tartar: How Buildup Forms on Teeth and How to Keep It Down
The fuzzy feeling on your teeth by the evening and the hard yellow line near the gums are the same material at two different stages.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
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What Are Eye Teeth? The Canines Explained
The pointed teeth at the corners of your smile have a nickname, an unusually long root and a bigger job in your bite than most people realise.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
What Do Healthy Gums Look Like? Signs to Check in the Mirror
Gums rarely hurt in the early stages of trouble, so a regular look in good light tells you more than waiting for something to feel wrong.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
What Is a Fluoride Treatment, and Who Needs One?
A fluoride treatment takes a few minutes at the end of a check-up. It puts a stronger dose of fluoride on the enamel than toothpaste can, and it is not only for children.
Teeth & Gums4 min read
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